How to Date in Your 50s

Tweet Our quote for the day is a Proverb:  “You cannot plough a field by turning it over in your mind.”  You might be wondering what that quote has to do with dating when you are in you 50s. A lot actually.  Whether you are here from a divorce, breaking up from a long-term relationship, or the tragic loss of a spouse, I am sorry for your loss.  But you have a life to live.  So...
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How to Apply Your Core Values in Your Relationship

Tweet Values and core values.  I prefer the “core” label so that you are able to focus on just a few values that are really important.  We all identify with dozens of values to some extent – but the core values drive your beliefs, feelings, and actions. I’d like to share a quote from an unknown source:  “Integrity is not so much a value in itself; it is...
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How to Have Effective Relationship Communication

Tweet “Men are motivated and empowered when they feel needed. Women are motivated and empowered when they feel cherished.” John Gray So who how well are you communicating?  Not such an odd question if you listen to the conversations going on all around you.  We are often frustrated, so we take it out on our spouses, so in times of high stress the actual tone of the talk can...
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How to Be a Model of Happiness in Your Relationship

Tweet Ah, happiness. We know it when we have it in our relationship and we miss it when we don’t. I’d like to share a quote by the great Albert Schweitzer: “I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I do know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who have sought and found how to serve.” Being happy is not only a personal attribute...
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How to Use and Not Use Texting for a Great First Date

Tweet What are the do’s and don’ts of texting when you are on the verge of dating?  How do you know?  It is all very confusing for sure. My special guest on the Bounce Back show on webtalkradio, Vanessa Taylor, shared her experience and expertise with us. Vanessa is the author of Text. Love. Power: The Ultimate Guide for Texting and Dating in the New Millennium. Texting Taboos...
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Love Compatibility – Key Factor A

Tweet “A” is the featured letter for today. Ah, the premier letter always comes in first.  It never has to wait - it is at the top of list without thinking.  It does not need to anticipate – no need to abstain; it is called upon aptly and ably. Although you will notice in this series “A” did not come first. Love Compatibility Key Factor “A”...
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