By Marcus Williams HIV isn’t the first topic that comes up when most couples start dating. You may not know the HIV status of your partner. You might not even have been tested yourself. It can be very difficult to talk about HIV status, but it’s very important for couples to discuss this, not only […]
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By Debbie Leigh Fraser Almost half of marriages these days fail. That’s a bit daunting for anyone thinking of entering into a marriage. Why? Can it be prevented? I think a lot of people put an awful lot of effort into their relationship while dating, but after marriage, and children we fall into a bit […]
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By Team BLAM As I was researching commitment (within the context of a marriage) the other day I came across a definition that I particularly liked. Here’s what it said. Commitment: Personal dedication which is characterized by a desire (and actions) not only to continue in the relationship but also to improve it, sacrifice for […]
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By Margarita Tartakovsky, M.S. “People try to minimize the differences when they’re in love,” says Joel Crohn, Ph.D., author of Mixed Matches: How to Create Successful Interracial, Interethnic and Interfaith Relationships. But dismissing the differences can be detrimental to a couple in the future. If you’re part of an interfaith relationship, you have an extra layer […]
VIDEO: Usually when you hear men talking about marriage their tone may suggest that they’re being forced to endure a torturous experience. Many men are constantly looking over their shoulder reminiscing on what was and reluctantly face the “supposed” bondage and agonizing changes that lie ahead. Marriage does change men. However, change can be a […]
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By Chris Andrews Getting your needs met in your relationship isn’t always easy. But if you want to have a long and happy relationship, you will need to learn how. Here are some tips to guide you along with getting your relationship needs met. Never assume that your mate can read your mind. A friend of mine […]
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By: Ayize Ma’at You can call “it” soft, weak, whipped, or naive …BUT …there’s one thing you must call “it” and that’s REAL. The “it” I’m referring to is the way I look at my wife. What’s funny is that I had no intention whatsoever on doing a post like this, but a recent comment […]
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By Kalman Heller, Ph.D. Divorce rates have long been overstated, and that for more educated couples who are over 25 when they marry, the rate of divorce is probably only about 30 percent. While data for second marriages is currently very limited, the early indication is that the frequently stated 60 percent divorce rate is […]
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By Aiyana Ma’at Have you heard about the new show “Iyanla: Fix My Life”? I watched what they called a sneak peek last night (it was a whole episode) and I admit, I may be a bit biased (I LOVE Iyanla!), but it was gooood! Secrets will be revealed, truths will be uncovered and emotions […]
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We recently learned about the DC Shorts Film Festival. It is the Washington, DC area’s only film festival dedicated to showcasing and discussing short films from around the world. All films are 20 minutes or less. The DC Shorts Film Festival includes 140 films from 27 countries. There will be 16 different showcases screened throughout […]
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Loving A Partner Who Is HIV Positive
/in Love & Marriage/byBy Marcus Williams HIV isn’t the first topic that comes up when most couples start dating. You may not know the HIV status of your partner. You might not even have been tested yourself. It can be very difficult to talk about HIV status, but it’s very important for couples to discuss this, not only […]
Dating While Married. Are You Guilty? We Hope So!
/in Love & Marriage, Quality Time/byBy Debbie Leigh Fraser Almost half of marriages these days fail. That’s a bit daunting for anyone thinking of entering into a marriage. Why? Can it be prevented? I think a lot of people put an awful lot of effort into their relationship while dating, but after marriage, and children we fall into a bit […]
How Committed Are You To Your Relationship? Take The Test.
/in B Intentional NEWS, Love & Marriage/byBy Team BLAM As I was researching commitment (within the context of a marriage) the other day I came across a definition that I particularly liked. Here’s what it said. Commitment: Personal dedication which is characterized by a desire (and actions) not only to continue in the relationship but also to improve it, sacrifice for […]
Can Interfaith Relationships Work?
/in Love & Marriage/byBy Margarita Tartakovsky, M.S. “People try to minimize the differences when they’re in love,” says Joel Crohn, Ph.D., author of Mixed Matches: How to Create Successful Interracial, Interethnic and Interfaith Relationships. But dismissing the differences can be detrimental to a couple in the future. If you’re part of an interfaith relationship, you have an extra layer […]
Fellas…Marriage Is NOT A Four Letter Word
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Black Men, Love & Marriage/byVIDEO: Usually when you hear men talking about marriage their tone may suggest that they’re being forced to endure a torturous experience. Many men are constantly looking over their shoulder reminiscing on what was and reluctantly face the “supposed” bondage and agonizing changes that lie ahead. Marriage does change men. However, change can be a […]
You CAN Have A Fulfilling Relationship. Four Fantastic Ways To Get Your Needs Met.
/in Becoming One, Communication, Conflict Management, Love & Marriage/byBy Chris Andrews Getting your needs met in your relationship isn’t always easy. But if you want to have a long and happy relationship, you will need to learn how. Here are some tips to guide you along with getting your relationship needs met. Never assume that your mate can read your mind. A friend of mine […]
The Way I Look At My Wife
/in Love & Marriage, Sex & Intimacy/byBy: Ayize Ma’at You can call “it” soft, weak, whipped, or naive …BUT …there’s one thing you must call “it” and that’s REAL. The “it” I’m referring to is the way I look at my wife. What’s funny is that I had no intention whatsoever on doing a post like this, but a recent comment […]
Making Second Marriages Work
/in Love & Marriage/byBy Kalman Heller, Ph.D. Divorce rates have long been overstated, and that for more educated couples who are over 25 when they marry, the rate of divorce is probably only about 30 percent. While data for second marriages is currently very limited, the early indication is that the frequently stated 60 percent divorce rate is […]
Iyanla Vanzant’s New Series “Iyanla: Fix My Life” Premieres on OWN Sept. 15th.
/in Love & Marriage/byBy Aiyana Ma’at Have you heard about the new show “Iyanla: Fix My Life”? I watched what they called a sneak peek last night (it was a whole episode) and I admit, I may be a bit biased (I LOVE Iyanla!), but it was gooood! Secrets will be revealed, truths will be uncovered and emotions […]
Things To Do: DC Shorts Film Festival Is On & Poppin!
/in Love & Marriage/byWe recently learned about the DC Shorts Film Festival. It is the Washington, DC area’s only film festival dedicated to showcasing and discussing short films from around the world. All films are 20 minutes or less. The DC Shorts Film Festival includes 140 films from 27 countries. There will be 16 different showcases screened throughout […]