What Your Divorce Is Teaching Your Kids About Relationships
In a previous blog we talked about the value of teaching your child the rules of relationships as they are beginning to process feelings of self-awareness and empathy to others. Children who respect themselves and have realistic expectations of their relationships with others grow to have a more balanced outlook on friendships, dating and marriage. […]
Should 10-Year-Olds Date? Why It’s Never Too Early to Teach Your Kids How to Date
Quick answer: Should 10-year-olds date? Not in the grown-up sense. At 10, crushes are normal, but one-on-one dating usually waits until the mid-teens. What parents can do now is teach the skills behind healthy relationships: respect, kindness, good manners and how to handle hurt feelings, starting with simple parent-child “dates”. I know a lot of […]
Matchmaking for Your Son or Daughter: Why Parents Are Hiring Matchmakers (and Should You?)
There is a saying that no one knows you like your mother, so why is it that singles tend not to take their advice when it comes to dating? Most singles will even defend their bad boyfriend even if they know their mother is probably right! The truth is your mother wants what’s best for […]
Wedding Trends for 2021 That We Love For A Very Special Reason!
Since we are in the business of love, we are always curious what the new wedding trends will be. There are few things that bring us more joy than excited brides-to-be gushing about their wedding plans. We were especially curious how 2021 weddings would look considering the impact the Coronavirus is having on gatherings and […]
6 Ways To Conquer Holiday and COVID Stress In Your Life and Your Relationships
To say it’s been a rough year on relationships is an understatement. Even happily married couples readily admit that marriage is hard enough, but then add the stress and financial worries that came with COVID-19, and it’s been even harder for many families. Family law attorneys are reporting a 30% increase in divorce filings post-quarantine. […]
Leave Dating to the Pros: One Woman’s Experience with a 1 True Match Matchmaker
Jill* had a great marriage so when her husband passed away after nearly 30 years together, she wanted to take some time and just be with her kids and heal from their huge loss. After four years and with her kids now in college, she felt like she might be ready to start socializing and […]
Why Elopements and Micro-Weddings are All Everyone’s Talking About!
The coronavirus broke the hearts of thousands of couples in full wedding planning mode when the country went into lockdown. Only to be followed by restrictions on the number of guests to deter the spread of the virus. A flood of weddings and receptions were rescheduled or canceled altogether. Couples reluctantly ended up ditching the […]
5 Ways to Improve Communication to Develop A Stronger Partnership
It’s no secret great communication is the glue that holds a relationship together. Relationship communication is all about connecting with your partner. Understanding their point of view and letting them know they are a priority is crucial. “Couples that share their feelings, thoughts, and support each other are more likely to stay together,” says Relationship […]
3 Simple Ways to Show Respect in a Relationship (and Why It Matters)
Quick answer: Why is respect important in a relationship? Respect makes love feel safe. It lets both partners speak openly and honestly, protects the relationship during conflict, and builds trust. Three simple ways to show it: communicate mindfully, demonstrate trust, and be accountable for your words and actions. Respect is one of the most important […]
How to Have A Great Zoom Date!
At this point in the coronavirus pandemic, most everything from business meetings to happy hour has moved to a virtual space. Dating is no exception. With many couples quarantined apart and singles left with no way to get out and socialize, stress levels and feelings of loneliness are high. Thankfully, with advanced technology, you can […]
