Despite the fact that Kim Kardashian had considered getting an annulment herself, it still came as a surprise when Kris Humphries filed for one himself.  According to People, “Kim doesn’t want a battle.”  She wants to part ways with her ex amicably.  Humphries requested the anulment this past Wednesday on the grounds of fraud, and if he recieves the anulment, it will be as if their wedding never took place.  Kardashian had wanted an anulment, but was told it would be too difficult to prove and  decided to go with a divorce petition instead.  According to sources, “the split was devastating” for the reality starlet.

How do you keep your divorce proceedings peaceful?

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The public hasn’t heard much from Kris Humphries since Kim Kardashian filed for divorce, but his plan to annul their marriage could change that, reported Hollyscoop.com.  The annulment would dismiss their pre-nup, which includes a strict confidentiality clause that forbids either party from discussing intimate details of their relationship to the media.  No pre-nup would mean no rules to follow, and Humphries could finally speak out. “Kris wants to be able to talk about the relationship without fear of being sued,” a source close to Humphries told RadarOnline.com.  He filed the annulment under claims that the marriage was a “fraud.”  He believes Kardashian deceived him as a tactic to benefit her success as a reality TV star.

What parts of your breakup are best to keep private?

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Going through a divorce isn’t stopping Kim Kardashian from still believing in love. According to People, the reality star was spotted strolling through L.A. on Friday wearing a Peace Love World hoodie.  In addition to featuring a heart on the back, the hoodie read, “I am love,” and “Love is not something you are looking for, love is something you become!”

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Kris Humphries is finally taking action.  Ex-wife Kim Kardashian filed for divorce on October 31st, but Humphries wishes to bypass divorce proceedings by getting the marriage annulled, reports UsMagazine.com.  Humphries is crediting “fraud” as the reason behind the couple’s split, but only because the other options were unfitting.  “The whole ‘fraud’ thing is ridiculous.  If the marriage was a sham, he was in on it,” said a source.  “Did he not see the cameras or get a cut of whatever money was made?  The marriage was real.  It was just a terrible and unhappy one.”

What are some reasons to annul a marriage?

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By Liz from WeLoveDates.com

I finally caught Kim Kardashian’s wedding special while I was home sick one day, and now there are two hours of my life I wish I could get back.  Three days later, when news of her impending divorce broke, I wasn’t surprised at all.  I mean, anyone who tuned in to her wedding special could tell that the couple barely liked each other.  I was originally ready for Kim to go away, but Lord knows I love a great reality show train wreck.  So, I couldn’t look away.

While Ms. Kardashian and I couldn’t be more different, we also have a few things in common.  We’re the same age, in love with being in love and have a particular affinity for high heels and hair extensions.  I then came to the conclusion that Kim Kardashian could teach me a thing or two about marriage:

Related Link: How to Make Your Marriage ‘Easy Breezy’

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The marriage may be over, but the season has yet to air.  New footage from the upcoming season of Kourtney & Kim Take New York showed then-newlyweds Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian flirting around in a negative light, reports UsMagazine.  In the clip, Humphries picks up Kardashian and says, “God, you ate a lot of wedding cake!” Though joking, a source says that Humphries frequently criticized his wife. “He belittled her in front of people,” said the source. “He’d call her stupid. It was truly sickening.”

What are some ways to deal with your partner’s criticism?

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By Robert Manni

In my novel, The Guys’ Guy’s Guide to Love, our main character, Max Hallyday, writes a column for a women’s magazine doling out regular guy-style sagely advice to the ladies.  He advises them about how men think and how to get them eating out of your hand.  He takes a tough love approach, but he is honest and well intended.  As a result…well, you’ll have to pick up a copy of the book to find out what happens.

Let’s follow Max Hallyday’s lead and find out how to successfully advertise yourself in order to find lasting love.  Whether you’re selling love or mayonnaise, the same rules apply.  Here are five steps:

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By Brea Gunn

One more Hollywood divorce has entered the official records. Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’ fairy tale marriage lasted less than three months. Say what you will, but I think that this whole mess could have been avoided if they made their relationship more private. When you live your life so publicly, I’m sure that it’s difficult to separate reality … from reality TV. Even so, it seems that many stars have been swept away with the ratings, only to realize that they aren’t as perfectly matched as they originally thought.

Why don’t we start at the beginning of the end? Here are seven former celebrity duos whose relationships may or may not have dissolved as a result of being featured on reality TV:

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By Amy Beth O’Brien

Regardless of what you may think of the Kim Kardashian/Kris Humphries whirlwind marriage, you have to admire a woman who knows how to play to her strengths. Ever since Kim’s life became the subject of an E! reality TV show, her life became a business.  Like any good businesswoman, she knew when to cut her losses.

Whereas most women in the non-reality world may have ignored the inner voice that told us we were making a mistake with our marriage and then spent years trying to make it work, Kim called it quits before anyone invested any more time or money.

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By Rosalind Sedacca, CCT

Sadly, celebrity divorces make all the headlines for all the wrong reasons. They showcase the most unconscious behavior, especially when it comes to relationships. Kim Kardashian’s marriage going off track after such a short time is just one more example.

Related Link: Signs that Kim and Kris were Doomed

It appears Kim spent more time working out her wedding details than on determining whether this was a good match from the start.  Unfortunately, celebrities are not alone in making this common mistake.  Too many couples think no further than the honeymoon plans when contemplating marriage.  They have no idea about the complexity behind real relationship issues and the maturity it takes to create a successful long-term outcome.

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By Sarah Ellis

If you’re in a new relationship, the looming holidays may mean you’re a tad anxious about meeting “the family.”  Naturally, you want to make a good impression, and while it’s what’s on the inside that counts, your appearance will speak for you before you even open your mouth.  What you wear should certainly reflect your personal style, but try to move away from anything that’s terribly polarizing and stick with something simple and classic.  That means no glitter or sequins, nothing too body-hugging, and nothing low cut or short.  Those rules are pretty much a no-brainer, but not everyone keeps that in mind!  You don’t have to go as far as a turtleneck and pearls, especially if that’s not “you” – but try to channel more Olivia Palermo … and less Kim Kardashian.

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According to Kris Jenner, this past week hasn’t been easy for Kim Kardashian as she deals with her divorce from Kris Humphries.  Jenner says that her daughter will eventually open up about the issues that led to her decision to file for divorce, but for now she’s still trying to sort things out. “She needs to do what she’s doing now and cry and figure it out,” Jenner tells Extra Magazine. “She’s just trying to follow her heart, and she’s going to be OK.”  Recently, Kardashian flew to Minnesota to see Humphries because, “She really needed to talk to him,” said Jenner. She was there for less than 24 hours, and the two allegedly met with the pastor who performed their wedding ceremony to discuss what went wrong.

What are some ways to cope in the midst of a stressful divorce?

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According to Lizzie Post, an etiquette expert and author of Emily Post’s Etiquette 18th Edition, Kim Kardashian’s plan to give her wedding gifts to charity following her divorce from Kris Humphries is the wrong decision. Post does stress, however, that she’s certainly not again charitable giving, according to People. “I don’t want to come across as saying that charity wouldn’t be a great way to handle it,” she says. “It’s just that in that case, you’re making a charitable donation on someone else’s behalf under your name.”  She goes on to say that Kardashian would come across as seeming undeservingly “generous” and will get a bit tax write-off because of it. The right way to handle it, she recommends, is returning the gifts to the givers.

If your marriage dissolves quickly, what do you do with the gifts?

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It was just a few weeks ago when over four million viewers tuned into E! to watch Kim’s Fairytale Wedding, but it only took until the end of the month for the couple to split. They may have been newlyweds, but they were already bickering like an old married couple on the set of Kourtney and Kim Take New York. The fighting may have been too much for Kardashian, 31, who filed for divorce from Humphries, 26. After rushing their relationship with a quick engagement and wedding ceremony, along with the added pressures of filming the show, dealing with the media, and attempting to manage their busy conflicting schedules, their 72-day marriage has come to an end. “She rushed into it too fast,” a source close to Kardashian told People. “She’s holding it together.  It’s insanely troubling and heartbreaking, but it’s a decision she knew had to be made.”

How do you know when to call it quits in a marriage?

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By Roshini Rajkumar

Most people were taking bets on the marriage before Kim Kardashian walked down the aisle to Kris Humphries. But even Kim’s most critical pundits raised eyebrows when word got out divorce papers were filed so quickly after the extravagant wedding.

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By Melissa Tierney

Whether we like to believe it or not, celebrities are just like us.  They have hectic work schedules, grueling chores, and, of course, families to take care of.  These five celebrity couples have been keeping busy with their growing families, their newest endeavors, and their constant presence in the spotlight.  Yes, maybe they have nannies, assistants and personal trainers, but these celebs could definitely use an extra hour of sleep like the rest of us!

1. Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon: Between building their corporate empires by launching a clothing and accessories line, going on comedy tours, and recording hit songs with major celebs like Nicki Minah, the pop diva and radio talk show host have been keeping busy. It’s now even tougher for the two to have a romantic night to themselves: they have newborn twins, son Moroccan Scott Cannon and daughter Monroe Cannon, which they welcomed into the world on their anniversary!

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After just 72 days of marriage, Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries are getting a divorce.  According to People, Kardashian filed for divorce on Monday.  The fashion forward reality star recently denied rumors that her marriage was on the rocks.  Now, she’s listed the reason for the divorce as the Hollywood cliche, “irreconcilable differences.”  So why the breakup?  A source says that the couple couldn’t take the demands of being a reality TV couple.  Producer Ryan Seacrest announced on his show that Kardashian got caught up in all that was going on.

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Newlyweds Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries are currently seeking a permanent living situation.  According to People, the two have been shacking up with friends and family members as they pursue their careers.  Most recently, the two were living in a three-bedroom suite with Kourtney Kardashian, Scott Disick, and their 22-month-old son, Mason, during the filming of Kim and Kourtney Take New York.  Now that the show has wrapped, the newlyweds are looking for a home base.

What are some factors to consider when you’re deciding on a home with your partner?

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By Patty Newbold, author of the award-winning marriage blog, AssumeLove.com

It can’t be easy marrying into a reality TV show, as Kris Humphries recently did.  Kim Kardashian and her family speak their minds, and it’s all caught on camera.  Kris already gets his share of it from her siblings, and it can’t be long before he catches angry words or insults from his new wife Kim, too.

It’s the Ratio, Not the Number

Let’s hope Kim’s already figured this out, but fighting words do not kill a relationship.  Marriages fail when the nastygrams are not matched with at least five times as many respectful, loving and encouraging words and gestures.  Remember: Five times.  Or more.

That’s what psychologist John Gottman’s research found. He uses it to predict, in just a few minutes, which marriages will last and which will not.  It doesn’t matter how many or how few unloving words, eye rolls, or shrugs are used in a relationship; only whether the good stuff happens at least five times as often as the bad.

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Happy newlyweds Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries are thinking about having babies in a year, according to People. Kardashian told Ryan Seacrest on his radio show that children are in the couple’s future once they settle down in a particular location.  Kardashian says that when Humphries figures out for what team he will be playing, they’ll get to working on expanding their family.

What are the benefits of waiting to have kids after you get married?

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It looks like Kim Kardashian is being confronted with the baby question yet again post-marriage to NBA player Kris Humphries.  In fact, E! News got an exclusive interview with the diva and her man after they appeared on the Tonight Show together.  Although rumors have been surfacing that speculate about a possible pregnancy, Kardashian insists they simply aren’t true, according to HollyScoop.  “I think we would wait like a year before we really start trying to have kids,” said the reality star.  “I think we want to figure out where he is gonna play and figure out like his career and like if we have to pack up and move somewhere, like the Midwest.  Who knows?”  Despite their uncertain plan, they do know one thing, and it involves having “lots of kids.”

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After his highly publicized marriage to Kim Kardashian, Kris Humphries has formed a close friendship with Kourtney Kardashian’s man, Scott Disick.  According to People, Disick has been a great help in giving Humphries tips on how to win over the Kardashian’s.  Their bromance became even stronger when the two spent quality time together in New York.  “Scott and I are becoming closer because we’re hanging out a lot in New York. We’re just all about living life,” said Humphries.  Khloe’s husband, Lamar Odom, is also full of advice on how the newlywed can find his place within the Kardashian family.  As Humphries works to impress one of America’s most famous families, it seems that he’s found a close friend with his almost brother-in-law while living in the Big Apple.

What are some ways to bond with your partner’s family?

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By Deana Meccariello

Kailen Rosenberg is a nationally-respected matchmaker and relationship expert who has helped many stars establish celebrity relationships throughout the years. She has a gift for bringing you back to the person you really are deep-down inside and helping you to shed the hard-coated exterior that society has forced you to wear.  Given her background, it’s no surprise that she’s best described as a “love architect.” So what is a love architect?  It’s someone who comes into a person’s life, whether they are married or single, to help find cracks in their foundation (which is where the idea of an “architect” came from) that are in need of strengthening and repair.
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By Whitney Baker

Spending a lazy afternoon at a ball game can be the perfect casual date — and celebrity couples seem to think so, too.  Sometimes, celeb sightings at a sporting event can be as entertaining at the game itself.  There may even be as much action off the court as there is on it.

So the next time you attend a sporting event — whether it be hockey, basketball or baseball — keep your eyes open for the famous duos below:

1. Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher: In February, Underwood’s hockey-playing hubby was traded from the Ottawa Senators to the Nashville Predators.  Shortly after, Fisher moved into his wife’s Brentwood, CA, home (and into her closet), and for the first time during their marriage, the newlyweds settled in the same city.  Fans can rest assured that, once the hockey season starts up again in October, Underwood will be at as many home games as her hectic schedule allows.

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