Dr Brenda Shoshanna
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How To Break Free From the Addiction to Possessiveness and Control
When life presents many challenges the desire to control can seem natural. There is the illusion that if we control events, ourselves and others, we will be safe, successful and secure. Unfortunately, the opposite is true. The tighter we grip, hold on and manipulate, the more out of control we become. Especially in relationships, where people feel vulnerable, where emotions are high and a... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 3 years 313 days ago.)
When life presents many challenges the desire to control can seem natural. There is the illusion that if we control events, ourselves and others, we will be safe, successful and secure. Unfortunately, the opposite is true. The tighter we grip, hold on and manipulate, the more out of control we become. Especially in relationships, where people feel vulnerable, where emotions are high and a... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 3 years 313 days ago.)
How To Deal With Jealousy and Distrust In A Relationship
When "paranoia" or extreme distrust, arises in a relationship there are many factors which can be causing it. It is absolutely necessary to understand where these feelings are coming from, or else it is easy to act out in the relationship, blame the partner, put all kinds of unhealthy demands upon him, and even believe that he is cheating on you when he is not. Not only does this destroy his trust... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 3 years 326 days ago.)
When "paranoia" or extreme distrust, arises in a relationship there are many factors which can be causing it. It is absolutely necessary to understand where these feelings are coming from, or else it is easy to act out in the relationship, blame the partner, put all kinds of unhealthy demands upon him, and even believe that he is cheating on you when he is not. Not only does this destroy his trust... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 3 years 326 days ago.)
Why Men Need Adventure In Relationships And How To Handle It
There are certain men who crave adventure in their relationships and also in their lives. This is the craving to be challenged, grow and become all they are capable of. For some the call comes in connection to work, sports or feats of daring; others hear it in relationship to women, who they see as their primary challenge. This need for adventure in relationship can manifest in various ways.... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 4 years 96 days ago.)
There are certain men who crave adventure in their relationships and also in their lives. This is the craving to be challenged, grow and become all they are capable of. For some the call comes in connection to work, sports or feats of daring; others hear it in relationship to women, who they see as their primary challenge. This need for adventure in relationship can manifest in various ways.... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 4 years 96 days ago.)
The Different Ways Men Say "I Love You"
"I can sleep with her, marry her, take care of her, but love – that's something else," said Tony, a married man in his late forties. "Guys don't like to talk about love. They don't know what to say. Of course guys do love. But they express it differently." Despite this fact, most women do not feel happy unless they hear those golden words, I love you. Men need to hear them as well. And... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 5 years 44 days ago.)
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"I can sleep with her, marry her, take care of her, but love – that's something else," said Tony, a married man in his late forties. "Guys don't like to talk about love. They don't know what to say. Of course guys do love. But they express it differently." Despite this fact, most women do not feel happy unless they hear those golden words, I love you. Men need to hear them as well. And... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 5 years 44 days ago.)
Why Men Leave (Common Reasons Men Leave Relationships)
There are many different reasons why men leave relationships or refuse to settle down with the woman they are with. It's important for women to take a good look at these reasons. To their surprise and delight, they will discover that most of the reasons why men leave have nothing to do with them. Some men cling to the ghost of past relationships, idealizing an old love and deciding they'll never find... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 5 years 62 days ago.)
There are many different reasons why men leave relationships or refuse to settle down with the woman they are with. It's important for women to take a good look at these reasons. To their surprise and delight, they will discover that most of the reasons why men leave have nothing to do with them. Some men cling to the ghost of past relationships, idealizing an old love and deciding they'll never find... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 5 years 62 days ago.)
4 Secrets Men Keep And Why You Should Let Them
Copyright 2006 Brenda Shoshanna Many of us believe that if we are close to our man, we should know everything he is thinking, the secrets he keeps are little enemies, tearing us apart. Nothing could be further from the truth. It is absolutely necessary for each person in a relationship to have their own personal world, their thoughts, feelings and boundaries that belong to them and no one else. Being close... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 6 years 3 days ago.)
Copyright 2006 Brenda Shoshanna Many of us believe that if we are close to our man, we should know everything he is thinking, the secrets he keeps are little enemies, tearing us apart. Nothing could be further from the truth. It is absolutely necessary for each person in a relationship to have their own personal world, their thoughts, feelings and boundaries that belong to them and no one else. Being close... (posted by Dr Brenda Shoshanna 6 years 3 days ago.)
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