Relationship Problems

Micro-cheating is a gray area that trips many people up. What exactly is it? Is micro-cheating as bad as cheating? Find out what micro-cheating is and if you're guilty of it.

What you say in a relationship matters because words can make or break a relationship. Here are four phrases you might have thought are okay to use in an argument - but are not.

Is it okay to talk to your ex while you're in a relationship? Is it considered cheating? Let's take a look at whether chatting with your ex is appropriate or not.

As much as arguing with your partner might suck, conflict is bound to arise in any relationship. All couples fight, some just do it in a better, healthier way. Here's how you can manage conflict so that it doesn't take a toll on your relationship.

Conflict is inevitable. How we respond to it may not be as controllable as you might imagine. Learn some ideas to help navigate turbulence in relationships, both personal and professional, while learning trigger points that should be minimized.

Here are 10 very important questions that you should ask your unfaithful spouse to find out exactly what happened and why.

There's nothing worse than lying awake at night as you wonder whether your partner has been with another person. You don't know what to believe. Watch for these signs of a cheating partner to figure out what's really going on.

You are reading this, so I know that you are a narcissist. You may even be a little bit psycho! Here's how to trick people into thinking otherwise.

When we repeat patterns in relationships that are not beneficial to our well-being, it could be a sign of a troubled past. I discuss how to fix that.

Are you worried that you're getting bored in your relationship? Here are 8 ways to keep things exciting and fresh.

This is a review of what a love-avoidant person is and how they behave, based on personal experience and research.

Is your boyfriend acting weird all of a sudden, and you can't tell why? The best thing to do is talk to him—but you can also read through some of these possible reasons before you ask.

If you are looking for love or hope to sustain a healthy relationship, how self-aware your partner is, will make or break the relationship! Here are signs to watch out for and some new tips to increase your own self-awareness.

Relationships come with plenty of ups and downs, minor and even major obstacles, so it can be difficult to determine what's acceptable and what's a sign the relationship is no longer fulfilling.

Communication is crucial for the survival of relationships. It's important to avoid sabotaging your communication. See the following 10 Mistakes that Shut Down Communication in Your Relationship, and avoid them.

If you're dating someone and you are starting to feel more like your boyfriend's mom than his girlfriend, find out why this is happening and how you can stop it from progressing further and ruining your chances of love once and for all.

Tips on how to navigate challenging relationships with people who deny they were abusive in the past.

I've learned to pay careful attention to these red flags since a good parent wants to know how their new love interest really feels about their kids.

What exactly is a player, and how can you avoid falling into a relationship with one? This article will teach you all the warning signs you need to look for.

If you live with a narcissist, learning to do these five things can save your sanity.

The Little Shaman discusses six behaviors that are common for narcissists and other toxic people.

Relationships of any kind with narcissistic people are characterized by nonstop power struggles. How do you neutralize this problem? Read on to find out.

Any girl who has experienced a same-sex relationship will know that they are magical, exciting, and liberating. However, the unique dynamics present between two women can also lead to some bizarre and undesirable outcomes. Here are five problematic things that gay girls must avoid doing.

The holidays can be especially difficult for adults with narcissistic mothers. This article discusses those who still go home for the holidays and those who stay away.

Though you love your spouse, you may not love their former partners. Here are some tips to help you navigate this often complicated relationship.

This article sheds light on the infamous "Jekyll & Hyde" dynamic in narcissistic personalities.

Here is a guide to domestic violence which includes reasons victims stay, the challenges victims face after leaving an abuser, and how Christians can help them.

Sometimes you find yourself stepping outside of your primary relationship to explore the unknown. When you don't want to lose your main squeeze but you want to explore other options, you must exercise caution and discretion. This article will help you.

There is often a perception that abusive relationships only involve certain kinds of abuse, or that abusive people only behave a certain way. This is not the case.

In today's world, we are told to follow our hearts. As far as adultery is concerned, the less our hearts have to do with it, the better. This article explains why adultery is never the answer and has too many risks.

Emotionally manipulative individuals take advantage of others for a number of reasons. They look for certain traits in potential victims. Four of those traits are discussed here.

Micro-cheating is a nuanced concept and can be very subjective to each person, so how can we tell if it's happening in our relationship at all? Here are a few common signs of micro-cheating to keep an eye out for.

Last fall my husband was fired from his job. Here's how we coped with his job loss and stuck together to get to the other side of a bad situation without completely freaking out.

One of the hardest things some of us will ever experience is watching a loved one—be it a family member or friend—stay in an abusive relationship. Here's a look at why adults stay in toxic relationships and the various ways we can help them.

Jealousy is a large problem in relationships with narcissistic people. Why does it happen? Where does it come from? The Little Shaman answers those questions.

Dealing with feelings of betrayal has a lot to do with the closeness of the individuals and the level of trust that was broken. Sometimes family lets you down. Here's how you can heal.

"I am attracted to people who are broken and I want to fix them." Sounds familiar? Then you may be a Fixer. Don't worry - I am one, too, and I've learned how to deal with it. You can, too!

Gaslighting is a serious domestic abuse problem. If you think you might be gaslighting your wife, girlfriend, or partner, look at this article to learn the signs of this emotional abuse designed to drive another person crazy. If you think you are a victim, look here for signs of emotional abuse.

Are you worried that you or someone close to you is being controlled by their partner? Learn the 13 most obvious traits of a controlling relationship and help break the cycle today.

Nobody wants to be accused of neediness. Understand what drives the behavior and then learn how to soothe it—not suppress it—in order to improve your relationships.

It is natural for victims to ask why the narcissistic relationship has come to be, but it's more productive to ask how.

When we learn that we are involved in a relationship with a pathologically narcissistic person, we may struggle with feelings of confusion and unreality. The Little Shaman explains how to deal with this situation.

Hoovering is a very common phenomenon in narcissistic relationships. What is it, and more importantly, how do you deal with it? The Little Shaman explains.

Are you wondering why your man seems unable or unwilling to commit to you? Here are seven easons he may be resisting.

Have you been texting your boyfriend (or just a guy you like), and he hasn't been texting you back? Here are some reasons why he might have decided to ghost you.

While searching for a partner, single folks come to realize what they do and do not want in a relationship. These are referred to as "deal breakers," and they are not good things to have in a relationship.

Have you been having dreams that your partner is cheating? Are you ready to get to the bottom of these nightmares? Take a look at what might be causing them.

Are you worried that your husband is cheating on you? Here are expert clues to spotting infidelity in your marriage without spying.

Probably the one thing all narcissistic relationships have in common is that the demands the pathologically narcissistic person makes on the other person are unreasonable and unfair. How can you stop this from becoming your life? Read on to find out.

This article shares seven tips on how to deal with the aftermath of your partner cheating on you.