Dating & Relationship Tag Archive: Relationship Advice
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By Mark Miller for GalTime.com
Relationship Politics…
There aren’t many outstanding “inter-political” couples we can look up to. Up until last year we could cite Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger and Democrat Maria Shriver as peaceful partners, but they’ve since said “hasta la vista, baby.” Arnold’s back making movies and Maria’s no doubt back dating human-sized men.
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By Ashley DelBello
It’s not official until it’s on Facebook. We’ve all heard this before. And as Facebook recently hit its one-billionth user, it’s becoming truer in almost every aspect of life, including relationships. With some, Facebook has even replaced having the “the talk” with “can we update our relationship status on Facebook yet?” A little extreme, but as Facebook is the one of the most prominent social networking sites relationship statuses are now an important milestone in dating.
So when do you update your Facebook relationship status? Too soon and you may have to publically face going from “in a relationship” back to “single” before your next date (which has now been cancelled). If you wait too long, your significant other can become irritated and it could start to cause problems as it may be more important to them than you realize.
Follow these simple rules when considering updating your relationship status:
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By Samantha Mucha
Now that the leaves have changed colors and the intense summer heat has died down, take a walk hand-in-hand with your lover. This Friday night head out together and chat about your tedious workweek. Relieve the stress and unwind as you stroll through your neighborhood park in the crisp autumn air. Romance doesn’t have to be intense and fiery, so take this time to let go and let yourselves be present with one another.
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By Paul N. Weinberg
Here’s the myth: Cupid’s arrow strikes you in the heart, you fall in love and you live happily ever after.
But we all know that real life doesn’t quite work that way. A more familiar story goes like this: You meet someone. The two of you have great chemistry, and you really hit it off. You jump into a relationship and you fall in love. This seems like “the one” … except that six months or a year later, you’re no longer together and you are once again single. Now repeat until emotionally exhausted.
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By Relationship & Sex Talk, Jane Greer, Ph.D., for GalTime.com
is your career your first love?
Russell Crowe and his wife of nine years, Danielle Spencer, have separated, according to Australian news sources. The two were on opposite sides of the globe when the news broke, she in Australia shooting Dancing With The Stars, and he in Los Angeles shooting the film Noah.
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By Steven Zangrillo
Don’t let the kids fool you: Halloween is a time for grown-ups, too. Even though adults approach this day differently, there is no excuse for us to restrict our inner child to dormancy. Don’t let yourself and your sweetheart yawn yourselves into a stupor at another monotonous Halloween cocktail party. Readjust your weekend plans for some scary, romantic excitement. Grab your honey and head to the nearest Haunted House.
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By GalTime Lead Ambassador, Yakima/Tri-Cities, Jenny Tiegs, for GalTime.com
A bridal party dressed as fairies and pirates? Freshly carved pumpkin centerpieces? Frankenstein groom and a equally frightening bride? A hand-tied bouquet crawling with rhinestone spiders? Halloween weddings are a real thing, and it might be the theme of your upcoming nuptials.
We checked in with a Nadia Digilov, author of best-selling wedding book, Getting Married in New York, to find out how to plan an All Hallow’s Eve affair that’s more treat than trick.
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By Michelle Danzig
After making a list of all the people that he knew, under 40, who were divorced, filmmaker and serial monogamist, Dana Adam Shapiro decided to answer the ultimate question: Why does love die? His book, You Can Be Right or (You Can Be Married), contains 30 intimate interviews, where real people share the reasons why their marriages ultimately failed and their own important advice for others on keeping relationships alive. In an exclusive interview, Shapiro shares what it was like to write this intimate book, discusses the common reasons why he believes marriages fail and shares advice on what can be done to prevent this from happening. Continue reading
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By Steven Zangrillo
Sometimes you and your babe need to have a sweet snack, and it doesn’t really matter in what form. It was once described to me as “the need to pour a bag of sugar in a bowl and eat it.” Since it’s culturally reprehensible to eat like that on a date, you may want to take your loved one for some hot apple cider and pumpkin pie instead.
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By Jennifer Ross
The love story of Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart — take two! Several sources have confirmed to People that the Twilight on-and-off-screen couple is back together at last. To recap, the two broke up back in July when Stewart, 22, admitted to having a short affair with her Snow White and the Huntsman director, Rupert Sanders, who himself was a very married man. Soon after, Pattinson, 26, put their L.A. home up for sale and moved out. After much time separated, the two decided to meet up in L.A. around September 15 and have been practically inseparable since then. The newly reunited couple has yet to make their formal public debut on the red carpet, which is scheduled to happen while promoting The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 2 movie at the end of this month.
How do you know when to forgive and forget in a relationship?
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By Steven Zangrillo
The first weekend in October whips in on the back of those brisk Fall gusts, blowing leaves past you and your partner as you stroll down a block of your favorite city. Where are you two lovebirds headed? The nearest Ale House, of course. October is the time of year when the best micro-breweries from around the country release their Autumn-themed lagers and ales. It’s about time you two pulled up a stool and enjoyed a frosty brew together.
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By Stan Popovich
Sometimes it can be difficult to deal with the stress and depression of going through a breakup with someone. You feel sad, anxious and defeated. Here are seven suggestions that can help you manage the stress of ending a relationship:
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Question from Tara M.: I just moved a couple states away from my boyfriend for a new job. We’re having trouble adjusting to the distance and need some new ways to keep in touch and keep our relationship strong. How can social media help my long-distance relationship?
Answers from Our Love Experts:
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By Dr. Tranquility — Lydia Belton, PhD, Ct. H.A.
While breaking up is a part of dating, going back to a single life can be scary. It’s time to stop worrying about lost love and start taking care of yourself. By enjoying life and staying positive, you’ll climb out of this rut in no time. As Russell Brand told host Liz Hayes. “Sometimes it goes well, sometimes it don’t. But if you sort of sense there’s an incompatibility, then in any relationship, regardless of the status of the individual, it kind of is best to go separate ways.”
Here are four tips to help you get back on the horse and have fun while doing it. Let’s start with our post breakup tips.
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By The Women’s Insider, Camille Perkins, for GalTime.com
are you scaring mr. right away?
Ladies, have you been wondering why your friends have an easy time dating and maintaining their relationships but somehow you have difficulty maintaining your romances? Have you been noticing a trend in the way that your relationships end? If you answered yes, it may be time to consider that the problem may be YOU. Admitting that we may be the problem is never easy, but if you’re doing the same things and reaping the same results, it’s time for some self-reflection.
As a Love Coach, I’ve coached many single women on forming and maintaining healthy, successful relationships. Over time I’ve noticed several recurring themes that prevent women from doing just that. I’m going to share these behaviors with you.
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By Relationship & Sex Talk, Jane Greer, PhD for GalTime.com
building a base for love
Superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Conor Kennedy hadn’t been dating long when he took her to a family wedding in August, despite reported requests that she not go because some worried Taylor’s presence would take away from the bride’s attention.
That’s a problem most of us don’t have to worry about, but it does raise the question: When is it a good time to meet your new flame’s family? And is it a good idea to attend a big family event early in a relationship?
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By Grace Pamer
I am a fan of the show Dexter, and was probably just as surprised as everyone else that the two stars, Jennifer Carpenter and Michael C. Hall, filed for divorce. The couple appeared happy, like best friends, being married and working as a team on the award winning show. When Michael C. Hall was diagnosed with cancer, Carpenter was at his side helping him through it all. But later, Hall’s break trust via rumors of infidelity made their way into the relationship, resulting in its dissolution.
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By Jane Greer, PhD for GalTime.com
In the land of quick marriages, Academy Award-winning actress Hilary Swank has taken a different tack. She was married to actor Chad Lowe for eight years, and dated him for six years before that.
Most recently, the actress dated John Campisi for five years. Swank recently announced that they broke up in May. The rumors suggest that John’s not proposing might have sparked the separation. That may or may not be the reason, but it does beg the question for anyone who has been in a long-term relationship and waiting to get engaged: How long do you wait for your partner to be ready? Basically— When is enough… enough?
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By Amy Osmond Cook, Ph.D.
Marilyn Monroe had it all–fame, beauty, wealth, and some powerful boyfriends–but the one thing she wanted most eluded her. She had three troubled marriages and a host of unfulfilling affairs, and she removed herself from all of them for various reasons.[1] Marilyn’s unhappiness amidst spectacular success is nothing short of tragic, but we can learn from the path she trod in her short 36 years of life. From her brief comments about the unraveling of her marriages, here’s the advice I believe she would give about how to learn from her relationships and find lasting love.
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By Marni Battista for GalTime.com
We’ve all been there. You just broke up with a boyfriend, husband, or long-term partner. Whether you thought he was “The One” or the one of the month or year, it never feels good.
Breakups are always hard because they represent the loss of a shared commitment. Even breakups that make logical sense are still emotionally painful. Moving on can be difficult. However, there are essential steps to getting past this that can ensure less time to move from breakdown to breakthrough.
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By Dr. Jane Greer for GalTime.com
Jennifer Aniston has finally found her prince, and it wasn’t easy. After several failed, and very public relationships, she has found love. Jennifer’s boyfriend Justin Theroux, whom she had dated for fifteen months, asked her to marry him. And she accepted.
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By SMF Marcus Osborne for GalTime.com
We over at Your Straight Male Friends never claim to be relationship experts. But we are dude experts. We’ve got you covered there.
I have an inbox full of emails from ladies trying to understand the men in their lives. As I recently sifted through them, I noticed one particular question over and over again: Why do guys seems to vanish after a few dates? Well ladies– sometimes it IS something that you are doing or saying that makes a man want to run for the hills.
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By Erin Minty
The ever-elusive Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were finally spotted in France while in Le Touquet. The Hollywood couple owns a 1,000 acre estate in the south of France near Le Touquet, and both Pitt and his celebrity love are in Europe working on projects, with Jolie shooting Malificent and Pitt shooting The Counselor. According to recent celebrity gossip, their celebrity wedding is set for next spring. Though nothing has been confirmed, one insider tells UsMagazine.com, “Angelina wants a simple, joyous wedding.”
