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Are They Emotionally Dependent? Are You?
Dear CMR,
How do I recognize emotional dependency? I am curious where the ine is drawn from depending on someone for support and where that goes too far. How do I deal with someone who might be emotionally dependent?
Signed, Lean On Me
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4 Signs You Are Being Manipulated
Manipulation can be overt, and it can also be subtle, flying below our radar. What are some ways that we can recognize manipulation in relationships?
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How Do I Recognize Manipulation in Relationships?
Dear CMR,
"I am in friendships that I am worried might be manipulative. What are some ways that I can recognize manipulation within friendships or relationships?"
Signed,
Curious and Questioning
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10 Easy and Thoughtful Quarantine Date Night Ideas
Dear CMR:
I have been trying to think of dates that I can set up with my wife that will help us connect with each on a deeper level. It can be hard to schedule that into our routine with kids and other things making life busy. Can you help me with some ideas?
SignThe Busy Romantic
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3 Ways To Ruin An Apology
In this article, Alisa Grace and Dr. Jana Anderson explain three ways to ruin an apology. Have you ever caught yourself doing these things?
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7 Ways to Regain Confidence After a Divorce
In this article, Dr. Chris Grace shares seven points on how to begin to build confidence in yourself, relationships, and life in general.
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Dating After Divorced: What Do I Do?
Dear CMR,
How do I date someone who has been hurt by a previous marriage? What should I be aware of? How should I encourage them in our relationship?
Signed, Dating After Divorce
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"Dads are Dispensable": 5 Myths About Fathers and Families
Dr. Bradford Wilcox, director of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia, explains 5 myths about fathers and their role in families that you might have heard leading up to Father's Day.