As much as it is hard to believe, people are still discussing whether couples should move in together before marriage or not. It is a topic of concern both by parents and the young people themselves. Many decades ago, we could say this is a ‘’no-no’’ without a debate. However, the millennials have different opinions and most of them are already living together before they can tie knots.

The experts from https://www.happymatches.com/ are of the opinion that people should weigh the pros and cons of living together before marriage. To help many who would be in the dark, we have prepared some highlights for both sides. Read on to know more. [Read more…]

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Girls are accustomed to sharing tips on how to lose a guy in 10 days. However, everybody keeps quiet about the tips on how to get rid of a clingy girl. Such a girl can be persistent and unattractive, decisive and desperate. Tons of makeup and clothes do not hide the actual appearance, and it makes you feel doubly bad. Someone will say that even monsters don’t pay much attention to them, and these tips on how to get rid of a girl are useless. Nonetheless, take your time. It may turn out that very soon you will be forced to look for any possible ways to get rid of a “princess.”

Classical way.

It is a very old way that was mentioned even in ancient myths. The simplest thing is to make up a mythical girlfriend who allegedly lives in another city, and with whom you are madly in love.

However, do not make a scene, telling her that you would be happy to love her with all her shortcomings, but you cannot cheat on your imaginary Persephone. Doing that, you will only strengthen the flame of hope in a terrible loving soul.

Side effect: the guy has said that he does not cheat, he shouldn’t cheat. While the aggressor is still nearby, you cannot start a new relationship. And nobody knows how long this will last. [Read more…]

By Sheila R. Klatzky

Millennial daughters want to grow up.  Their Baby Boomer mothers don’t want to grow old.  That sets up a dance of ambivalence and resentment that can last for years, leaving the relationship in tatters.  So, what can mothers do to promote a healthier adult mother-daughter relationship?  Better communication is one important key.

Here are ten DOs and DON’Ts that can help improve communication between mothers and their adult daughters:

DO find ways to change the way you speak.  Does your so-called “advice” to your daughter consist mostly of criticism?  Do you constantly notice ways she could improve her appearance, her home, her hair?  If so, you are pushing her away.  If she wants your advice, she’ll ask for it.  And even when she does, be careful what you say.  She is probably seeking validation, not a recommendation for change.

DO listen with empathy.  Ask probing, open-ended questions to better understand her point of view.   Try to imagine what it is like seeing the world through her eyes, the eyes of a 20- or 30-something dealing with circumstances and conditions that are different from those you faced when you were her age.

DO be the bearer of good news as well as bad.  It’s ok to share bad news, but don’t let it dominate every conversation.  Find ways to let your daughter know that your life is positive and fulfilling so that she’ll have one less thing to worry about.   If your life isn’t positive and fulfilling, find ways to make it so.

DO ask directly for what you want or need.  Indirect communication may be effective when you want a diamond bracelet from your husband for your anniversary, but it puts an unnecessary burden on the mother-adult relationship when she has to find the hidden message in everything you say.  [Read more…]

By Sue Rice

First of all, congratulations!  Your marriage has survived raising kids, getting along with in laws, illness, money worries – all the things that come at you in life. Retirement is supposed to be the time when you can finally relax and enjoy your golden years, right?  Then why is it that so many retired couples find this time of life to be so exasperating and contentious?

Other than weekends and a vacation now and then you and your spouse probably haven’t spent a great deal of time together 24/7.  

Here are 10 tips to help you make the most of your retirement. [Read more…]

By Tracey Clayton

Spending time with their parents is very important for kids, but spending time with their grandparents can be equally important and beneficial. Grandparents can awaken interests and emotions in kids that no other relative is capable of, and the connection children can create with someone that much older than them is definitely something that will shape up their personalities.

There is nothing like a good story

Grandparents are always full of amazing stories and children love to hear them. It is always fun for kids to imagine their older relatives as kids and listen to their adventures when they were little. Of course, with wisdom that comes with years, grandparents are bound to tell the most engaging stories that will always have some good moral that kids will pick up on, especially if they know that someone close to them actually had that experience and that it is not just talk. Basically, by listening to grandparents’ stories, children can make their first step of learning from other people’s mistakes and mischievousness.

Truthfulness can be learned from someone trustworthy

Grandparents are usually softer with their grandchildren than parents and therefore a bond of trust can easily be created between them. If children know that they can always tell something in confidence to their grandparents they will gradually develop the ability to be more open and honest with others, especially since grandparents will always seem understanding but fair, and explain when it is necessary to share the particular secret with parents. This way, kids will feel safe while at the same time learn the importance of telling the truth. Of course, there is nothing more fun than having some innocent secrets that only grandparents and kids would know. [Read more…]

A recent research survey commissioned by Bask (a leading provider of tech services, advice and resources for seniors) found that 90% of seniors see personal relationships as important in maintaining a rich and long life – but 82% wouldn’t try online dating because of online security and privacy concerns. Further, many seniors don’t know how to effectively use technology to reach out to the ones they love.

The survey further found that:

• 90% think having a companion helps people live longer, and 86% think having a companion helps people to age in place (stay in home) longer
• That said, 82% would not use online dating because of online privacy/security concerns
• 49% would consider a video call from a loved one a romantic or loving gesture, yet 63% do not know how to make a video call
• 31% would swap their Valentine’s Day dinner plans for a tech related product

Jim Dunn, Bask CEO, explains, “Personal connections are on everyone’s minds in February. At Bask, we’re looking at how seniors use technology to create and nurture these connections. Our survey confirmed a growing trend we’d already noticed. Seniors want to take part in the digital world, but if they lack the know-how, they feel wary of new technology. A person’s level of skill or confidence shouldn’t stop them from taking advantage of all that technology has to offer, including online dating and networking. Our research affirms that seniors are open to using technology to forge deep, personal connections. So, our goal is to provide members with the simple, patient tech support they need to make a FaceTime call, write an email, or send text messages. Just call us the digital Cupid!”  [Read more…]