Many friendships are a bit lopsided sometimes. However, if things remain out of balance for too long, you may want to fix the situation or go your separate ways. One-sided friendships come in many varieties, but they have one thing in common. You supply most of the effort, while your friend is distant or does things that actually hurt you. In the end, you wind up lacking the … [Read more...] about What Will You Do When a Friendship Feels One-Sided?
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A Useful Guide for Sharing a Home Office with Your Partner
Does your house seem smaller since the pandemic started? Many families feel more cramped with 2 adults working at home, especially if you need to share your workspace with your partner. This may be the first time you’ve seen their work habits up close or counted how many dirty coffee cups they leave behind in their wake. Even if you’re used to having an office mate, it’s a … [Read more...] about A Useful Guide for Sharing a Home Office with Your Partner
Is Your Difficult Relationship Harming You?
There are many reasons why you might be in a difficult relationship. Fear of being single, resistance to change, concern for the children involved, and other issues often keep unhappy couples together long after the love has gone. In fact, the average couple waits four years to end a dysfunctional relationship, according to one survey by eHarmony. Meanwhile, the effects of … [Read more...] about Is Your Difficult Relationship Harming You?
How to Choose and Enforce Boundaries in Dating Relationships
All relationships have boundaries. Some boundaries are discussed, others are assumed, and some are only discovered when they’ve been crossed. Boundaries are a way of assuring that your needs are met in a relationship. They are also a way of assuring that your values and expectations aren’t violated. Boundaries can preserve your privacy and independence. Everyone has … [Read more...] about How to Choose and Enforce Boundaries in Dating Relationships