The early months of dating are fun and exciting, but a successful long-term relationship requires ongoing effort and compromise by both partners. To establish a solid foundation, each partner must be emotionally healthy. Before you commit to a new relationship or move forward with an existing one, find out just how healthy (or not) your […]
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“Uncertainty is the only certainty there is, and knowing how to live with insecurity is the only security.” – John Allen Paulos Most people like change as long as it doesn’t affect them. While change can be exciting and may lead to growth, most of us dread the unknown. Fear of the future is at the
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For some couples, economic emergencies actually strengthened their bond By Erica Sandberg Sometimes it takes an extreme situation to bring people together — an illness, accident or even an act of terrorism. But what about a financial crisis? For some couples, economic emergencies actually strengthened their relationship. Here are two couple’s success stories, and how you
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By Aly Walansky Mary Pender Greene, NYC psychotherapist and relationship expert advises, “The presence of any one of these signs shouldn’t cause you to run out and call the whole thing off. But if any of these situations sound familiar, ask yourself if you’re really into this guy. Or are you dragging out a bad
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The Expert Says by Kate Ferguson Everybody wants to be happy, says Manhattan-based psychotherapist Mary Pender Greene, LCSW-R, CGP but people must learn what happiness really means. What are some of the major misconceptions people have about happiness? Many people think making money will make them happy. But getting happy is an inside job. It
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As people and professionals, we all have obstacles, gaps and blind spots that prevent us from reaching our career goals. Historically, young adults were encouraged to engage a mentor for personal development, educational pursuits, career advancement and networking. In today’s ultra-competitive job market, having a mentor is just not enough. A Virtual Personal Board of
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▶ African American marriages are on the decline. With marriage being an economic mainstay in other communities, what is the impact of this phenomenon within African American culture. And does this have roots in our legacy-are there socio-economic drivers that make marriages in the African American community especially difficult. Tune into this episode of Brooklyn Savvy, where
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Learning the Art of Fair Fighting is essential to a lasting relationship. Many people view fighting as bad and destructive. It is important to accept that no two people think or feel exactly alike; disagreements are unavoidable and are a natural part of all relationships. Think of fighting as an effort to negotiate differences in
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