"My husband doesn't talk to me.' 'My husband tunes me out.' Or, 'He has so much to say to his co-workers or friends, but he doesn't seem interested in what I say.' These are some of the complaints that women raise about their non-communicative husbands. Marriage experts explain why men get so monosyllabic, plus how to get him to finally say something other than 'Okay,' … [Read more...] about How to Get Your Husband to Talk
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How Happy Couples Talk About Money
Do you and your partner fight about money? Everyone does—but for some couples, money issues can get so ugly and emotional that they end up breaking up because of 'irreconcilable differences.' In fact, money is the leading reason for divorce, trumping infidelity and even spousal abuse. But many couples are able to have honest conversations about money and reach a happy … [Read more...] about How Happy Couples Talk About Money
What to Do When Your Preschooler Lies
What do you do when you catch your pre-schooler in the middle of a bold-faced lie? 'Mom, I didn't break the vase!' or 'No, I haven't watched cartoons.' But you know, from his expression, that he isn't telling the truth. Sometimes the fact that our child lied to us seems worse than the fact that he broke a rule. We want our kids to be honest and straightforward with us. How … [Read more...] about What to Do When Your Preschooler Lies
4 Secrets to Keeping Women Happy
What do women really want? Diamonds are nice, but studies show that women's needs are pretty basic. Unfortunately, they think their husbands don't meet them or don't give equal priority to them. So men, sit up and listen. This list will help you anticipate your wife's emotional needs. Do this, and you'll keep her happy – and you can always gently remind her that you're … [Read more...] about 4 Secrets to Keeping Women Happy
“Where’s my Dad?” How single moms can handle kids’ questions
Single moms struggle with many challenges: scrounging money to pay the rent, sitting up alone with a sick child, lonely nights. One of their biggest concerns, however, is how their child feels about not having a dad around, especially if he has completely disappeared from their lives. Most kids start asking 'Where's my Dad?' when they go to school and start comparing their … [Read more...] about “Where’s my Dad?” How single moms can handle kids’ questions