By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. (Article also posted on the Mommy Happiness Project and Scary Mommy.) So I have come across a few articles (written by men?) that admonish wives to be gourmet-cooking, attentive temptresses for the sake of their marriages…. … Continue reading
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Train your husband like you train your toddler.
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By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. (Post also appeared on Mamapedia) Shhhh…. Don’t tell your husband, but the same tactics that you use with your kid will work with him! Here are some basic “do’s” and ” don’t ‘s” of husband-training: 1) DO … Continue reading
The one thing that predicts sexual satisfaction in a long-term relationship
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By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. (Post also appeared on Psych Central) Think a satisfying sex life in a long-term relationship is kind of an anomaly? Sure, people pretend it exists because it makes for good romantic comedies and keeps us married folks … Continue reading
What really goes on in couples therapy?
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I always say that EVERY couple would benefit from therapy. As some brilliant person once said, “The best time to fix a leaky roof is when the sun is shining.” BUT who wants to voluntarily do something that conjures up … Continue reading
Solutions for a crappy libido (for women and the men they unfortunately aren’t sleeping with).
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So this scenario went viral recently: This guy kept getting sick of his wife shooting him down when he tried to initiate sex, so naturally, he made a spreadsheet of all her “excuses,” and sent it to her in an … Continue reading
12 habits that could ruin your relationship.
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1) Being condescending, sarcastic, or contemptuous toward your partner: 2) Failing to intentionally appreciate his/her unique talents and contributions: 3) Criticizing or emasculating your man (Gottman): 4) Stonewalling, avoiding, or ignoring your woman (Gottman): 5) Mentioning that she must be … Continue reading
Train your wife like you train your penis.
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By Angelica Shiels, Psy.D. Some women were offended by my recent post, “Train your man like you train your toddler. Women were outraged that they would have to “train” their partner, and felt like women should not have to jump through … Continue reading
Vital information for couples.
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This is a PDF file that I didn’t write, but I often find myself passing it out during the first session of couples therapy. It is great stuff. Four Horsemen Handout
What if my husband (or wife) refuses to go to couples therapy?
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What if my husband (or wife) refuses to go to couples therapy? This guy: “Therapy? What? You’ve got to be kidding.” By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. It is very common for one partner to have more interest in attending therapy than … Continue reading
Ten Things You Need to Know About Women, Sex, and Monogamy
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So I’ve been reading a lot about “women and sex” over the last couple weeks days. (I’m talking to a bunch of women about the subject tomorrow night at an event for my new(ish) venture, Your Relationship Doc…) PRETTY MUCH, MY … Continue reading
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