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Cheating Spouse - How Did You Learn That Your Spouse Was Cheating? Created: Monday, April 27, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
Share how you learned your husband or wife was cheating with other readers.
Marriage Problems That Often Lead to Divorce Created: Monday, July 16, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Are there problems in your marriage that could lead to divorce? Below are 10 signs you are stuck in an unhappy marriage.
Does Your Husband Have “One Foot Out of The Door?” Created: Friday, May 04, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Your husband acts happy, has no complaints and you take it for granted that the marriage is good. Could you be making the wrong assumption?
What Is A Low Conflict Marriage? Created: Friday, August 19, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Do you live in a low conflict marriage? Many who have low conflict marriages are turning to divorce instead of learning the relationship skills needed to make the marriage more satisfying.
Three Major Causes of Divorce Created: Sunday, March 06, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
What are the three major causes of divorce? You will be surprised to know that they are not infidelity, domestic abuse or
How To Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce Created: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
There is no easy way to tell a spouse that you want a divorce. This article outlines what you should and shouldn't do when telling your wife or husband you wish to divorce.
Midlife Crisis - Communication And The Midlife Crisis Spouse Created: Monday, November 16, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
When dealing with a spouse who is going through a midlife crisis the biggest mistake you can make is attempting to communicate with your spouse.
Surviving Your Spouse's Midlife Crisis - Midlife Crisis Created: Monday, August 25, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
This article is about you surviving your spouse,s midlife crisis. If it helps your spouse, great. If it saves your marriage, great. The only way you are going to be of any help to your spouse or po...
Divorce and Children - Meet Your Child's Needs After Divorce Created: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Divorce seems to hit children the hardest. However, there are ways to lessen the impact and make your child feel more secure during the changes.
Divorce: When Children Are Left Holding The Bag Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Two stories of children who had to suffer the consequences of their parent's irrational behavior during and after the divorce process. A must read for all parents thinking about divorce!
5 Common Causes for Discord in a Marriage Video Created: Friday, May 18, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
Divorce is a serious issue. In this video from About.com, licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Paul Hokemeyer,talks about 5 signs a marriage might be in trouble.
Signs of Verbal Abuse in a Spouse Video Created: Friday, May 18, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
Verbal abuse takes on my forms. In this video from About.com, licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Paul Hokemeyer, discusses the signs of verbal abuse from a spouse.
How to Respond to a Spouse's Verbal Abuse Video Created: Friday, May 18, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
There is a way out of verbal abuse. In this video from About.com, Licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Paul Hokemeyer, provides tips on how to respond to verbal abuse from a spouse.
How Divorce Will Impact Your Social Security Benefits Created: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
The Social Security Administration has protected home makers and stay at home moms who have no work history and experience divorce. This article outlines the choices you have at time of retirement ...
Divorce Settlement Agreement Created: Friday, March 09, 2007 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
How to Negotiate a Settlement Agreement.
North Carolina Divorce Laws - North Carolina State Divorce Laws Created: Saturday, May 26, 2007 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
What you need to know about North Carolina divorce laws.
Tennessee Divorce Laws - Tennessee State Divorce Laws Created: Sunday, May 27, 2007 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
What you need to know about Tennessee divorce laws.
Arkansas Divorce Laws - Arkansas State Divorce Laws Created: Tuesday, May 01, 2007 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
What you need to know about Arkansas divorce laws.
Top Five Free Online Dating Sites Created: Monday, August 01, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Looking for a free and reputable online dating site? Below is a list of the best free online dating sites and what they offer members.
Online Dating - Dating Online - Do Sexual Predators Target Those Dating Online Created: Tuesday, July 07, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
According to Joe Tracy, Publisher of Online Dating Magazine which is a consumer watchdog for online dating,
Online Dating - The Doâ€™s And Donâ€™ts Of Online Dating After Divorce Created: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
If you are taking advantage of online dating sites or thinking about venturing into the world of online dating, below are some Doâ€™s and Donâ€™ts Iâ€™v...
Protect Your Children From Sexual Predators If You Date Online Created: Tuesday, July 07, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Are you a single parent who is involved in online dating? If so, I caution you to not introduce your children to anyone you meat while dating online until you do a background check on them.
Divorce Information - Divorce Information for Parents Created: Monday, July 20, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 04, 2012
Divorce information, that is what we all want once the decision to divorce is made. We research divorce laws, support guidelines and spousal support. Based on statistics very few search for divorce...
Top 6 Signs Your Marriage is Headed For Divorce Created: Tuesday, October 16, 2007 Updated: Friday, May 04, 2012
Wondering if you are headed for divorce? Here are six characteristics that may lead to the demise of your marriage.
Tips for Coping With a Spouse's Midlife Crisis Video Created: Monday, April 16, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 16, 2012
A midlife crisis can be a catalyst for positive change and growth in your marriage. In this video from About.com, learn ways to cope with and understand your spouse's midlife crisis.
What Is A Midlife Crisis? Created: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 Updated: Saturday, April 14, 2012
Most people who have a difficult time during midlife and go into crisis mode do so because of external factors. They may be experiencing stress in their life that makes the transition more difficul..
How Did You Survive Your Spouse's Midlife Crisis? Created: Monday, April 27, 2009 Updated: Saturday, April 14, 2012
Some people manage to navigate a midlife crisis, learn from it and move on to a more rewarding life. Then there are those who turn into a person you don’t know, take up with another man/woman..
Taking Control During Your Spouse’s Midlife Crisis Part II Created: Saturday, April 14, 2012 Updated: Saturday, April 14, 2012
In part 2 of Taking Control During Midlife Crisis we explore look at the importance of focusing on your marriage and keeping your demands low.
Taking Control During Your Spouse’s Midlife Crisis Part I Created: Saturday, April 14, 2012 Updated: Saturday, April 14, 2012
Looking for a step-by-step guide to navigating your spouse's midlife crisis? Learn how to take the bumps out of his/her crisis and survive the limbo land of midlife crisis.
Midlife Crisis - Listening to Your Midlife Crisis Spouse Without Passing Judgment Created: Monday, November 16, 2009 Updated: Saturday, April 14, 2012
If you are going to have a relationship talk with your midlife crisis spouse, you have to be willing to not only listen, but also listen without passing judgment. Think of any relationship talks as..
The Difference Between Men and Women In Midlife Crisis Created: Sunday, September 14, 2008 Updated: Saturday, April 14, 2012
Men and women who put little thought into what they want out of life and more thought into taking care of others are more likely to experience a crisis at midlife. If your spouse works hard, spends..
How to Talk to a Therapist About Cheating Video Created: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Talking to a therapist about cheating can be helpful when trying to figure out your next step. Watch this informational video from About.com to learn how-to express your feelings to the therapist.

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