Are you and your teenager constantly fighting? While it's important for parents to put their foot down on important rules, your child also needs to be able to assert his growing independence and feel that it is acknowledged. This article can help you decide when to say no, and when to say, 'Okay.' … [Read more...] about How to find a healthy compromise with your rebellious teen
Love & Relationships
How to develop your intuition
Psychologists and neurologists are discovering that our brains can arrive at a fact or conclusion before the language centers can even articulate it. In simple words, this 'intuition' or 'trusting your gut.' But how can we understand and tap this inner wisdom? Here are some tips. Get in touch with your emotions We're used to deciding with our head (or with logic) but … [Read more...] about How to develop your intuition
How to deal with haters
Is there a relative, co-worker or boss who always criticizes you, cuts you down, or belittles your accomplishments? Maybe he insults you; maybe he disguises the remarks under the flimsy guise of concern: 'You'd be really pretty, if you weren't so fat.' Either way he makes you feel small—and you shouldn't be! Don't listen to haters—diffuse their attacks and protect yourself … [Read more...] about How to deal with haters
Are you and your boyfriend ready to live together?
Are you and your boyfriend ready to move in together? Read this before you pack anything. While moving in may seem romantic, or even practical ('we can split the rent!') you need to discuss some things—for the sake of your sanity and your relationship. … [Read more...] about Are you and your boyfriend ready to live together?
3 signs you should stop dating someone
Sometimes we can get so caught up in the sexual chemistry or the excitement of meeting someone new that we ignore a very basic fact: the two of you are totally incompatible. You can keep dating and having fun, but eventually realize you were totally stupid to miss the signs and waste so much time on Mr. Wrong. Here are some red flags you just can't afford to ignore. … [Read more...] about 3 signs you should stop dating someone