Having an emotional connection is a really important part of your relationship and should be a very high priority on your checklist. While I am not a believer in high maintenance lists, you should always have at least 5 non-negotiable characteristics that need to be met before you commit to an exclusive partnership.

Here are 5 characteristics that are very important in most relationships

1. Reciprocated communication (Emotionally, physically, verbally, and sexually.)
2. Integrity.
3. Trust and honesty.
4. Mutual respect.
5. Similar morals and values.

If you don’t have emotional compatibility it can cause a detachment in your partnership later on

Today’s article is a popular topic that many men and women want to vent about. Things can be quite confusing in a new relationship, especially when they start out fast and furious! The initial excitement is very addictive but unfortunately, it often ends just as fast as it started.

Why are so many new relationships only lasting for 3–6 months?

What’s going on? Why can’t some people seem to get past the early stages of a partnership even though everything is so amazing? Why does it fizzle out? Are the expectations too much and is the checklist too high maintenance?

Often when we meet someone who fits all the criteria that…

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Many of us have close friends outside our relationships but is it OK to have a “deep emotional connection” with someone other than our partner?

How do you know if you are engaging in more than just a friendly conversation?

1. Ask yourself if you would say those same things to your partner. Would they be upset knowing you were having this type of conversation with someone other than them?
2. Are you being secretive about these discussions with your friend?
3. Have the dynamics changed between you both from how things originally started out in your friendship?
4. Is this emotional connection happening more often and taking away time from being with your partner?
5. Have things changed with…

I loved this article Mary!! Your mother is right, you are beautiful just the way you are! xo

I absolutely love the way you write! You always have a great message and give readers things to think about.

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Does Your Childhood Play a Part in Your Relationships Today?

Your formative years growing up have a big impact on some of the choices you make as an adult. This is especially true when it comes to repeating dating and relationship patterns that aren’t working for you. If you weren’t shown love in your young life at home, you could have some big concerns when it comes to trust, and understanding what love truly means for you today.

It’s never too late to find love in your life but the first step is to own that there may be some damaging childhood dialogue that needs to be removed.

You could…