Relationships

Intelligence is one of the most attractive attributes in a woman that most men look for. An intelligent woman enriches your life with engaging conversation, stimulating new ideas, and the mysterious charm that accompanies anything that we cannot fully understand. Women have varying degrees of complexity and depth that distinguish the “good” from the “just … Read more

When you first met her, you felt a spark that came over you. She became your best friend, your closest lover, and so much more. As time passed, things continued to be great… until they weren’t. Somewhere along the line, you started to feel like there is a disconnect between the two of you. Is … Read more

You don’t want to be the man working late nights trying to make ends meet, and one day, you find out your girlfriend does not want a relationship with your anymore. It’s true, work has been particularly heavy-handed with the hours, but you didn’t expect this to happen. When confronted, she points out that you’ve … Read more

For many men, committing to a serious relationship is one of the most challenging decisions in life. This isn’t without reason. So much of what we consider valuable hangs on this decision–your future, her future, and your state of happiness. A poorly chosen partner can wreak years of havoc on your life and leave you … Read more

Pursuing women you’re attracted to is exhilarating. The “chase” taps into something very primal in us men, and it can be exhilarating to pursue a woman who you think is beautiful, intelligent, and fun to be around. But when you should you give up? The problem for most of us is that our ego starts … Read more

There is no worse feeling than the feeling of desperation that comes to you when you realize your once-healthy relationship is decaying. It can drive you mad. The woman that has for so long been the dearest thing to your heart–the centerpiece of your existence–seems to be slipping slowly from your hands and you feel … Read more

Every relationship has its share of arguments and fights. Conflict is a relationship’s ever-present companion. But how do you tell if your relationship has too much conflict or too many fights? How do you tell if you’re going through the natural stages of a healthy relationship or are entangled in a bad relationship that needs … Read more

I wish I could sit here and tell you that relationships are just like they are in the movies. I wish I could tell you that the honeymoon phase lasts forever, that love always wins, and that your relationship will be okay, no matter what anyone else tells you. That would be a lie. The … Read more

“We need to talk. I need some space.” The words hit you like a ton of bricks. It is a feeling you can’t describe. You thought things were going well in the relationship, but then she hits you with a complete curveball. She’s standing there before you, asking you to give her space. You didn’t … Read more

Romantic relationships make the world go ’round and make for amazing stories. A woman who loves a man can make his life a million times better. But real love is hard to find. The fear of being with someone who’s only faking their affection is real—and not only real but valid.  Of course, everyone can … Read more

Building healthy family relationships take years of intentionality, understanding, respect, and endless communication. Ask any healthy family how they got to where they are now, and I guarantee you will never hear the words, “It was easy.” It’s never easy. Relationships of any sort are never easy. Nothing valuable comes easy! The truth is, family … Read more

“You don’t let go of a bad relationship because you stop caring about them. You let go because you start caring about yourself.” — Charles Orlando 19% of people are unhappy in their relationships, according to The Happiness Index: Love and Relationships in America. Yes, almost one in five people are with a long-term partner they … Read more

Nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. The average marriage is unhappy and boring. It’s sad. Who’s to blame for the fact that modern people can’t hold down what is one of the oldest relationships in human history? It’s a complex issue! Unfortunately, it’s challenging for many men to rebuild the spark in a … Read more

When people think about their love life, they hope they can offer their partners the sexual relationship they deserve. Being a better lover isn’t just a bragging right among men! It’s also one of the best ways to ensure your relationship doesn’t fall apart. In some cases, being a better lover can also help you … Read more

“The opposite of loneliness is not togetherness, it’s intimacy” ― Richard Bach Relationships aren’t merely about being physically close. If — like many men — you want to start building high-quality relationships, you need to be emotionally available too.  Here’s the problem: we are taught to be closed off as men. From an early age, we learn … Read more