From giving compliments to celebrating achievements, there is no shortage of ideas to keep your relationship exciting and sweet. It only takes a bit of effort to strengthen and maintain your special bond. God has demonstrated the numerous ways we can express love to one another. (John 13:34-35, Galatians 5:13-14) There are ways to romance […]
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Emotional intelligence (EQ or EI) is the ability to perceive, express, and regulate emotions.1 The term emotional intelligence was created by two researchers, Peter Salavoy and John Mayer in their article “Emotional Intelligence” in the journal Imagination, Cognition, and Personality in 1990. It was later popularized by Dan Goleman in his 1995 book Emotional Intelligence.2
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The purpose of a gift can be to show appreciation, strengthen a relationship, or simply to help someone feel loved. Choosing the perfect gift can be a tricky task, but fear not! With a little planning and a dash of creativity, you can become a gift-giving maestro. Before you embark on your quest for the
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Disagreements are healthy and natural. (Proverbs 27:17) People with different opinions and perspectives provide a healthy challenge for us to grow, and complement our limited views. When we can respectfully discuss those differences, we build stronger relationships and better communication skills. Decide If It’s Worth It Identify if it’s worthwhile to bring up a topic
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A present doesn’t always need a card but if you’re going to include one, why not make it meaningful? Sharing a fun or heartwarming note can brighten someone’s day. When we are careful with our words, we can make a positive impact. “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only
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Someone asked for my thoughts on a video about wedding costs. I think it’s a good opportunity to address the issues stemming from the wrong mindset and values of culture. I’ll be speaking from a bride’s point of view, but these perspectives are helpful for both parties. There are several internal reasons why weddings get
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If you find yourself in this situation, you’d probably like a short answer which is: probably yes, if both are financially responsible as individuals and comfortable joining accounts. Financial health for both partners is ideal, but life circumstances and rising inflation can make this challenging to achieve. I knew a wonderful couple who got married
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If you’ve visited Boston before or live in Boston, here are some fun date ideas that don’t involve visiting another historical site or tea party reenactment. 1. Tavern of Tales: Board Game Cafe 2. Knight Moves: Board Game Cafe 3. Tech-Infused Mini Golf 4. Museum of Science 5. Harvard Museum of Natural History 6. Arnold
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There’s a difference between casual and committed dating. Casual dating involves zero commitment to the relationship and is for people who are just starting to learn about each other. It’s not advisable to go on continued casual dates with many people at the same time. Committed dating grants the official title of boyfriend or girlfriend.
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In our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook the contributions and efforts of the people around us. Taking others for granted will hurt our relationships and cause us to miss out on opportunities to connect. By going out of our way to say ‘Thank you for doing that.’ or ‘Thanks for spending time with me.’
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