When we are children we do not yet have an identity. We learn about who we are through the mirroring that we get from our parents. It is called mirroring to describe the ability of good parents to gently hold up an imaginary mirror in front of the child until they learn to see themselves clearly without harsh judgments. If we do not get enough realistic mirroring during the years we live with them, we remain pretty clueless about who we really are.

There you were, deeply involved in a relationship. It may have been stormy or you may have thought everything was running smoothly. Then it happened: Your significant other no longer wanted to be your significant other...

Building relationships is complicated business, and yet, rather than shy away from them, we continually seek out new ones. Commonsense and adherence to these seven core elements will get you started on the road to more fulfilling relationships.

If you were ever disappointed, hurt, abused, or traumatized then I can definitely guess that your ability to feel and express Love from you Heart is impaired. This has significant consequences on your abiity to have a successful relationship. If you'd like to find your way to a loving relationship then this article may interest you.

People often believe that they are withholding their truth to spare their partner pain, but their real intent is to protect themselves from the response they fear. Speaking your truth, however difficult, can open the door to renewed love.

Remember that the other person you're involved with is not you. So, how do the ways he or she is different from you make your life easier, more fun, better?!