A relationship may start off with lots of intensity … but end in a smoldering heap. Why does this happen so often?
When Jared and Ally first met, the sparks flew like a 4th of July fireworks display. Instant attraction drew them together, and inklings of true love fueled their feelings. Mutual friends had introduced them, insisting they were perfect for each other. A match made in heaven, they had said. And it was. At least for a while.
Jared and Ally spent three blissful months going on dates, cuddling by …

There’s a nagging feeling of dissatisfaction that won’t go away. You’ve tried to stand back and assess exactly what isn’t right in the relationship. Does this sound familiar?
“Our feelings are a feedback mechanism to us about whether we’re on track, whether we’re on course or off course.” Jack Canfield
The voices – internal and external – are loud, persistent and conflicting. “Leave him. He’s not right for you!” “Are you crazy? She’s such a great gal…how could you think about getting out of your relationship?!”
You’re at a crossroads, trying …

Should You Move in Together?
Next to marriage, moving in together is the biggest step you can take as a couple.
I don’t want to knock the romantic wind out of your sails, but making a decision like this while starry-eyed and still in the throes of the honeymoon phase is not a good idea. It’s something that you should think through and more importantly, talk through with your partner.
Here are some things to consider.
Rationale
Here’s a simple question: why are you moving in together? You might want to discuss it with your …

The Hallmarks of a Healthy Relationship
Wonder what it takes to make a romantic relationship flourish? Read on.
Remember the last time you took your car in for a diagnostic check-up? Maybe your vehicle was making a strange noise, or perhaps it was for routine maintenance. The mechanic attached wires to the engine, stuck a gauge in the exhaust pipe, hoisted the vehicle on the hydraulic rack to inspect the undercarriage, and so on. The verdict: a few quick adjustments, and you’re good to go. Come back in another 10,000 miles. …

Do We Over Think Relationships?
By eHarmony
Does more knowledge on a subject always lead to better results? What about couples who have been married 50 years, 60 years and more? They came up in a time when the knowledge about healthy relationships was limited. Are they just lucky? What do you think?
The number one song of the year was “Sweet Georgia Brown”. Charlie Chaplin ruled the box office, and F. Scott Fitzgerald published “The Great Gatsby”. It was the age of Al Capone and Louis Armstrong. A first-class stamp cost $.02. …

The prince rides up, kisses the sleeping princess, and they ride off together into the sunset to live happily ever after. Fairy tales can be entertaining, but when it comes to building a successful marriage, they can create expectations that are crushing.
By eHarmony Staff for our sponsor, ‘Why Did I Get Married Too?’, in theaters April 2
1. Marriage Fixes Everything (Anything)
The idea that everything in your life will get better, even a little better, when you’re married is pretty silly when you think about it. Imagine two …

Balancing Sexual Passion In A Relationship
A relationship can get muddled and off-kilter when a couple allows one aspect (most often, the physical) to get far ahead of the other aspects!
by eHarmony Staff

In any loving relationship, individuals need to maintain rational thinking and clear mindedness all throughout the dating experience. This means they must approach the issue of sexuality with utmost caution and clarity.
The best relationships involve two people who have worked hard to let the emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and physical aspects of their union develop at the same pace. …

Counselling can help.
by Counselling Directory staff

Relationships, at some stage or another, inevitably hit a rough patch. When this happens, often the natural defence is to give up and walk away. And sometimes, this is the best option. Or sometimes it’s easier to try and brush the problems under the carpet and ignore them for as long as possible. And occasionally, ideally, a couple is able to sit down, talk things through calmly and rationally and reach a mutually agreeable solution.
Relationship counselling, however, can make reaching the solution an easier and …

Jealousy: Why it Can Ruin Your Relationship
Overbearing jealousy smothers the very thing it aims to preserve. Here are three signs your relationship is headed into this possessive territory.
by eHarmony Staff

The number-one pop music hit of 1983 may also be the most misunderstood song of all time. “Every Breath You Take” was written by Sting—then lead singer of The Police—after a painful break-up with his first wife. Although the lyrics clearly describe the thoughts of an obsessive stalker (“Every step you take, I’ll be watching you”), many listeners still mistake it …

Build Trust in a Relationship or Marriage With These 7 Tips For Guys And Gals
Author: Will Scott

Trouble in your relationship or marriage? That is just a guess, but a fairly safe one since most people only ask how to build trust in a relationship after they realize there is a problem. That is unfortunate, trust building should be a priority because it can actually prevent a lot of problems in relationships.
When problems do arise in a marriage or between lovers, most people head to the flower shop or an adult …