Posted by Dr. Neill Neill
Life can sneak up on you, and then one day one of you realizes you feel the loneliest you have ever felt. Who among us, except the very young, has not been in that dark place at some time or other? This leads to the question, is it possible to live your lives in such a way that you can avoid loneliness in a marriage relationship?
Categories: Marriage
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Tags: alcohol, feeling alone, loneliness, lonely, Marriage, marriage relationship, relationship
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Posted by Dr. Neill Neill
Narcissists are often very accomplished, but their inability to empathize with others and to tolerate criticism or setbacks is their downfall. Here are a few clues to spotting a narcissist and protecting yourself.
Categories: Emotional Problems
| Tags: narcissist, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, narcissists, relationship
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Posted by Dr. Neill Neill
As you contemplate entering a committed relationship, the greater your neediness, or his, the more likely codependency, dysfunction and disappointment will follow. Neediness is a psychological, fear-based characteristic. Neediness in relationships, or in would-be relationships, is paradoxical. The greater the neediness, the less likely it is for legitimate wants and needs to be met. Focus on what you want, not what you need.
Categories: Marriage
| Tags: codependency, Happiness, Marriage, neediness, relationship
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Posted by Dr. Neill Neill
When couples are fighting and alienating each other, the disconnect in the relationship often has to do with love and respect. I have seen this many times in my work with couples. I also recognize it as I reflect on my own life.
Categories: Marriage
| Tags: life happens, love and respect, relationship, relationship conflict
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Posted by Dr. Neill Neill
In any long-term relationship, a million things can come along to interrupt relationship communication… babies, work, illness, in-laws… Every such interruption increases the need for clear verbal communication between you and your partner.
Categories: Marriage
| Tags: communication, long term relationship, Neill Neill, relationship, relationship communication
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