A Little Divorce Gossip

We all know that Al and Tipper Gore are splitting up after 40 seemingly happy years of marriage—but the newest news is that their daughter Karenna has separated from her husband Andrew Schiff after being married for nearly 13 years and three children.

You Are What You Wear

You are what you wear.  People, particularly women, reveal how they feel about themselves by what they choose to wear.  How you present yourself is very important in every facet of your life. A woman’s clothing choices reflect her emotional state. Women who are in a bad mood tend to wear a baggy top over […]

The Science of a Happy Marriage

Scientists have studied everything from the biological factors that seem to influence marital stability to a person’s psychological response after flirting with a stranger.  Their findings suggest that while some people may be naturally more resistant to temptation, men and women can also train themselves to protect their relationship. Partners cheat due to their own […]

Perfection

No one is perfect.  The less intently you strive to be perfect, the closer to perfection you will become. To paraphrase Alexander Pope—to err is human, but to forgive ourselves for our imperfections is divine.

Preparing For Divorce

You will never be fully prepared for a divorce, but here are some things to think about: 1. Make plans for living arrangements; 2. Separate your finances; 3. Decide on child custody; 4. Decide on the division of assets. My eBook The Divorce Survival Guide for Women @www.preparefordivorce.com is very important in preparing for divorce.

Male Power

“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.”     —Abraham Lincoln

Married Women and Sex

On May 22, 2010, in Blog, Divorce Advice, Marriage, Prepare for Divorce, Sex, by leslye

A recent survey found that 63% of married women would rather catch an extra hour of sleep, watch a movie or read a book than have sex with their spouses.  One problem may be familiarity.  But 32% are extremely happy or very happy with their sex lives.

Eating Disorders

The current rates for women with eating disorders have not significantly changed over the years, but they have risen for men.  The percentage of eating-disorder suffers who are men has risen from 10% in 1990 to 25% in 2010.  40% of binge eaters are men.