They were unstoppable. One wanted to change the world with rockets.The other wanted to rule it with laws. But like so many relationships — romantic or otherwise — it all started with admiration … and ended in memes, silence, and passive-aggressive tweets. In our fictional satire, Max Titan and Preston Valor symbolized what happens when … Continue reading When Power Dated Wealth: Lessons from a Relationship Gone Wrong
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Spring Clean Your Relationship: A Fresh Start for Love
Ways to spring-clean your relationship As winter fades and spring emerges, there’s a collective urge to declutter, refresh, and start anew. Just as we deep-clean our homes and clear out the dust of the past season, our relationships also deserve a reset. Today, March 20, is the arrival of spring and marks not only a … Continue reading Spring Clean Your Relationship: A Fresh Start for Love
Polyamory and Polygamy: A Disrespect to the Women Involved
In recent years, polyamory and polygamy have gained attention as alternative relationship structures. Some argue that these practices offer freedom, personal fulfillment, and unconventional expressions of love. However, beneath the surface, these arrangements often reveal a stark reality: they thrive at the expense of the women involved. A man cannot engage in multiple relationships unless … Continue reading Polyamory and Polygamy: A Disrespect to the Women Involved
Empowering Women in Relationships:
The month of March has been declared Women’s Month. What better month to serve as a reminder to talk/write about empowering women in every aspect of life: in business, marriage/family, work space, education, politics, governance, STEAM, etc. This post is however about empowering women in relationships, especially in marriage. Empowerment in relationships isn’t about control … Continue reading Empowering Women in Relationships:
Self-Love Focus: Loving Yourself First to Love Your Spouse
Many people enter relationships hoping to find fulfillment, validation, and happiness through their spouses. However, the truth is that a strong, healthy relationship starts with self-love. You cannot fully love someone else if you don’t love yourself first. When you cultivate self-love, you bring confidence, emotional stability, and a sense of completeness into the relationship … Continue reading Self-Love Focus: Loving Yourself First to Love Your Spouse
National Marriage Week (February 7–14): Strengthening Your Bond
Wedding/Marriage The National Marriage Week started on February 7th and ends on Valentine’s Day; the 14th of February. Yours truly has been extremely busy with moving, hence just posting this. Anyhow, Shout out to all married couples in the WordPress Community and my subscribers. May the love between you and yours grow stronger and stronger. … Continue reading National Marriage Week (February 7–14): Strengthening Your Bond
New Year, New Beginnings: New Year’s Relationship Resolutions
The dawn of a new year brings with it a sense of renewal, fresh opportunities, and the chance to redefine our lives, especially our relationships. Whether you’re single or in a committed partnership, the start of the year offers a unique chance to reflect on your relationship goals and take action to nurture the connections … Continue reading New Year, New Beginnings: New Year’s Relationship Resolutions
Of Incubus and Succubus
An incubus and a succubus with their seductive, demonic allure in a dark, intimate setting Read The Spiritual Perspective of Sex in Dreams to fully understand this post. While the concepts of Incubus and Succubus originated from folklore and mythology, they have become significant in Christian deliverance ministries. This shift stems from the recognition … Continue reading Of Incubus and Succubus
Part 3: Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship?
The man in the middle of a relationship triangle This is our final post of our article on whether sons should listen to their mothers regarding their relationships. In Part 1, we reviewed the Pros and Cons of men taking relationship advice from their mothers and gave advice to mothers who have unresolved feelings about … Continue reading Part 3: Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship?
Part 2: Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship?
A messy triangle of mother-son-wife Continuing our article on whether sons should listen to their mothers regarding their relationships. In Part 1, we reviewed the Pros and Cons of men taking relationship advice from their mothers and gave advice to mothers who have unresolved feelings about their son’s choice of woman. Read Part 1 here. … Continue reading Part 2: Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship?
Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Man torn between the women in his life Counseling a man, supposedly, in love is a tricky issue for anyone to dabble into. Same for women. However, and generally speaking, women are more levelheaded in receiving relationship advices than men. But what happens when the counseling or advice is coming from the man’s mother or … Continue reading Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Short-Term Peace, Long-Term Pain: The Flip Side of Keeping Mute from Telling a Loved One When In Error
A previous post was about how not to keep silent when a loved one errs or is veering off the wrong path. The post gave eight (8) reasons why it’s better speak up, in love, when a loved one is on a wrong path or making the wrong choices. This post, as the title shows, … Continue reading Short-Term Peace, Long-Term Pain: The Flip Side of Keeping Mute from Telling a Loved One When In Error
The Beauty of Loving Others Up Close: Embracing Imperfection in Relationships
We’re all broken people We all know the feeling. At first, everyone seems good, nice, and flawless from afar. Whether it’s a friendship, romantic relationship, or even a work connection, initial interactions often highlight the best in others. But what happens when we step closer, get to know people on a deeper level, and begin … Continue reading The Beauty of Loving Others Up Close: Embracing Imperfection in Relationships
Show me your friends
The wheels that should rotate your social circle. The old adage, “Show me your friends, and I’ll tell you who you are,” often holds true in several cases, but particularly where men engage in destructive behaviors without intervention from their social circles. There are several reasons why friends may fail to advise or step in, … Continue reading Show me your friends
Hommes Fatales
Hommes Fatales are like deadly pills to Women I describe men who act abusively or neglectfully in relationships as "hommes fatales." These types of men tend to operate from a place of ignorance, entitlement, or deep-seated insecurities using (or rather, dangling), their money power as a means or bait. It is ignorance and manifests as … Continue reading Hommes Fatales
Ignorance Is No Excuse
Ignorance is a two-edged sword We are all too familiar with the phrase "ignorance is no excuse" which is often used in legal, professional, and personal settings to emphasize that not knowing something doesn't absolve you from the consequences of your actions. Whether in the workplace, relationships, or everyday life, we all encounter situations where … Continue reading Ignorance Is No Excuse
There are still …
Has divorce become a calculated harm and marriage now at your own risk? There are still good-to-great guys and ladies out there who desire a good-to-great marriage. Why did I say that? I had an interesting conversation with a young lady who I’ll call Tara. She started by sharing with me that she recently got … Continue reading There are still …
African Men and Relationships in the Western World: A Culture Clash
African couples in different postures Moving to a new country often brings with it a whirlwind of experiences. I‘m unsure of other cultures. But, for my African brothers settling in the Western world, the transition can be particularly challenging. Cultural norms and societal expectations in the West can differ significantly from those back home, creating … Continue reading African Men and Relationships in the Western World: A Culture Clash
Who You Start With Can Impact the Rest of Your Life: Why It’s Imperative to Choose Right
In the journey of life, the people we surround ourselves with—friends, partners, mentors—can have a profound impact on our trajectory. The saying “you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with” holds a significant truth. The influence of those who walk with you during crucial stages of your life can … Continue reading Who You Start With Can Impact the Rest of Your Life: Why It’s Imperative to Choose Right
Vulnerability in Relationships: The Key to Genuine Connection
Vulnerability in Relationships builds deeper Intimacy In a world where strength and independence are often celebrated, vulnerability can sometimes be perceived as a weakness. However, in the realm of relationships, vulnerability is not only a strength but a crucial component for fostering deep and meaningful connections. Embracing vulnerability in relationships can lead to greater intimacy, … Continue reading Vulnerability in Relationships: The Key to Genuine Connection
Effective Communication Strategies in Relationships
Active listening is part of Effective Communication Introduction Effective communication is the cornerstone of a healthy relationship. It allows couples to connect, understand each other, and resolve conflicts. However, many couples struggle with communication, leading to misunderstandings and emotional distance. In this article, we'll explore common communication challenges and offer strategies to help couples communicate … Continue reading Effective Communication Strategies in Relationships
The Silent Signals: Hold, Touch, and Look
Different Silent Signals There’s an unspoken language in the way a man holds a woman—those small, tender gestures that speak volumes about his feelings. A gentle touch, a protective arm around her shoulders, or a reassuring handhold can convey love, care, and a promise of protection. But what about the men who don’t show these … Continue reading The Silent Signals: Hold, Touch, and Look
Relationship Myths Debunked: The Truth Behind Common Misconceptions
Myths Debunked Happy Friday to you all. Relationships are like fingerprints—each one is unique. Yet, despite their diversity, certain myths about love, relationships, and/or marriages seem to persist across cultures and generations. Let’s have some lighthearted fun debunking these common myths and shedding light on what really makes relationships tick. Myth #1: “Never Go to … Continue reading Relationship Myths Debunked: The Truth Behind Common Misconceptions
10 Unexpected Ways to Surprise Each Other
Surprise Each Other Just because you’ve now captured each other, or the babies are popping in, does not mean that the dating and romance ends. It’s always good to rekindle the romance in a relationship. Most couples are great at doing so while dating, but sadly and quickly forget once married. The romance candle that … Continue reading 10 Unexpected Ways to Surprise Each Other
Of Lovers and Liars
An abstract of a lover and a liar [ A new TV show started today with the above title. I thought it makes a good title for my post. ] This is the time Of lovers and liars, tales spun in the night, Where friendship dances with truth in the fading light. In the tapestry … Continue reading Of Lovers and Liars
Why Do Some Men Hurt the Women in Their Lives: Let’s Talk About the Dark Side
. "Of all the evils for which man has made himself responsible, none is so degrading, so shocking or so brutal as his abuse of the better half of humanity; the female sex." Mahatma Gandhi Women are cherished beings. Why do some men inflict harm upon them? This is a burning question and shadowy aspect … Continue reading Why Do Some Men Hurt the Women in Their Lives: Let’s Talk About the Dark Side
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