I want to focus on a abusive relationship from the perspective of an abuser.  Maybe you are one, or you suspect someone you know who is. An abuser needs to control their partner or loved ones, and abuse in a relationship happens in several ways: Physical Abuse (abuser has anger issues) – pushing, hitting, kicking [...]

I usually give tips and advice that people can use to save their relationship.  This post is for those who have no wish to continue with their relationship, or that their partner has made it clear that the relationship is over for good.  If you have been physically and/or mentally abused, then getting out of [...]

You may recoil at all the hoopla surrounding Valentine’s Day.  The expensive flowers and cards, or a candle lite dinner for two.  Look at all the restaurants  falling over themselves with special, pricey menus.  Never mind the many soft cuddly toys you can buy for your loved one. Forget all that, unless you have the [...]

If your relationship is in trouble, then fixing it has not been a priority.  It’s tucked somewhere in between your work, rest, home life, hobbies and other stuff going on in your life.  That is also true for a diet plan, not working, or anything else not being resolved, because you are not giving it [...]

Friends recently told me that they were at a loss understanding why their late teens children had taken to smoking and drinking.  Although my friends drank a little, they had been non smokers all their lives and had discouraged the children, from an early age, not to smoke. Many parents are shocked about the antics [...]

My teenage years were a great time, especially the years seventeen to nineteen, with music, girls and earning my own money. My bedroom was my place to sleep and hang out, filled with rock band posters, guitars and record player, I spent most of my time there.  I guess it was my first move asserting [...]

I’ve been there and bought the t shirt!  Years ago I couldn’t commit to a relationship until I was absolutely sure it was what I wanted.  Back in those days, going into a committed relationship could also mean getting engaged, marriage and children.  The thought of babies scared me to death.  Many men find it [...]