The Relationship Specialist | Mark Webb » Marriage And Family http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com Turning Couples Relationships Into Over Night Success Stories Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:17:21 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Greet Your Wife First http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/greet-your-wife-first/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/greet-your-wife-first/#comments Thu, 27 May 2010 15:48:46 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=359 Greet Your Wife FirstPriorities in a marriage often get turned around.  This is especially true if you have children.  Children tend to get the majority of our attention because they have greater needs.  Since women typically do the lion’s share of child care, husbands need to make sure their wives are well taken care of.  One way to do this is to Always Greet Your Wife First.

Husbands, if you want your wife to adore you, develop this simple habit.  This minor adjustment will make her feel special and will let her know she is your priority.

Here’s how this works:  Husbands, which family member generally gets to you first when you arrive home each day from work?  Your children, right?  They are so excited to see you.  They practically knock you down with their enthusiasm, this is almost impossible to resist.  Most husbands greet the children first, but for the sake of the children as well as your wife, do not do this.  Always Greet Your Wife First.

Before I tell you why, let me give the husbands a little inside information that I have picked up as a marriage and family therapist.  Your wife typically hides from you when you’re expected to arrive home.  She wants you to be interested enough and care enough to come find her.  If you think about it isn’t she normally in her closet or in the laundry room when you get home?  Do not stop and read the mail.  Do not sit in your recliner.  Go find her.

Instead of stopping to hug the children, say to them, “Ya’ll help me find Momma.

They will gladly help and you rush to where your wife is.  Greet her with enthusiasm.  Think about how your children and your dog greet you.  Show about the same degree of enthusiasm.  Look into her eyes.  Embrace her.  Tell her how glad you are to see her.

This kind of greeting shows her honor.  It automatically conveys a message that she is special to you and she is your priority.  It isn’t hard to do but it’s impact will blow her doors off.

After you have greeted her enthusiastically, greet your children with a similar response.  The reason behind this relates to a matter of developing respect from your children for their mother.  In most homes, the father can tell the children to do something and the children do it immediately.  However, their mother can tell the children to do the same thing and the children give her a hard timed about it.  Greeting your wife first helps squash this behavior.

When you greet your children first, then your wife, you are giving the children the message that they are more important than their Momma.  They start believing that their daddy holds them in greater esteem than he does their Momma.  Thus, they do not have to do what she says.  However, when you greet their Momma first, then they see that you hold her in greater esteem and they will do the same.  They will then be quicker to do what she says.

Someone will greet them first when they reach adulthood but for now, honor their Momma.  Try this out today.  You will feel better about yourself as a husband.  The love and respect that you show towards your wife will come back to you multiplied.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/greet-your-wife-first/feed/ 0 10 Do’s and Don’ts of a Wonderful Marriage http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/10-do%e2%80%99s-and-don%e2%80%99ts-of-a-wonderful-marriage/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/10-do%e2%80%99s-and-don%e2%80%99ts-of-a-wonderful-marriage/#comments Tue, 18 May 2010 18:28:25 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=281 Dos and Donts of MarriageWith the divorce rate as high as it is, you must do everything possible to strengthen and protect your marriage.  You can’t always have your way or give in to your feelings.  You have to discipline yourself to do the right thing.  You must do what is in the best interest of your marriage.  Here are some fundamental guidelines that can make a huge difference.

  1. Be quick to listen and slow to speak.
  2. Don’t always try to be right.  You cannot be right and be married.
  3. Never threaten to leave or divorce.
  4. Be quick to say, “I’m sorry”.
  5. Don’t expect your spouse to believe all the same principles you do.  Respect their differences and them.  Love them unconditionally.
  6. Build your spouse up.  Freely give encouragement and praise.  Remember… it is better to give than to receive.
  7. Always side with your spouse in disputes outside of the marriage, even when they are wrong.  Respect the bond of your marriage.
  8. Learn to appreciate the things your spouse does and verbalize these often.
  9. Try to never go to bed angry with your spouse.
  10. Start and end each day by telling your spouse that you love them.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/10-do%e2%80%99s-and-don%e2%80%99ts-of-a-wonderful-marriage/feed/ 0 Do You Meet The Criteria For Major Depression? http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/do-you-meet-the-criteria-for-major-depression/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/do-you-meet-the-criteria-for-major-depression/#comments Mon, 17 May 2010 19:55:48 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=253 DepressionThousands of people suffer from depression and don’t even know it.  Often their symptoms are only mild to moderate in severity  over time, individuals learn to adapt to an unnecessary struggle with depression.

These symptoms most likely won’t just go away and they can only get worse.  If you find yourself identifying with several of these traits then I suggest you see your physician or better yet a psychiatrist as soon as possible.

Here are the more common symptoms of depression:

  • Depressed Mood
  • Increased Anxiety
  • Increased Irritability
  • Low Energy Level
  • Restlessness
  • Lack of Interest in Previously Enjoyed Activities
  • Sleep Disturbance
    • Initial Insomnia
    • Frequent awakenings
    • Increased need for sleep
    • Feeling tired upon awakening
  • Decreased or Increased Appetite
  • Feelings of Worthlessness
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Racing Thoughts
  • Intrusive Thoughts
  • Feelings of Hopelessness and/or Helplessness
  • Active or Passive Thoughts of Hurting Yourself and/or Others
  • Crying Spells

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/05/do-you-meet-the-criteria-for-major-depression/feed/ 0 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 8 of 8 series – Final http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-8-of-8-series-final/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-8-of-8-series-final/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:56:35 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=251 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webb’s Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-8-of-8-series-final/feed/ 0 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 7 of 8 series http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-7-of-8-series/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-7-of-8-series/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:55:13 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=249 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webb’s Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-7-of-8-series/feed/ 0 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 6 of 8 series http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-6-of-8-series/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-6-of-8-series/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:53:35 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=247 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webbs Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-6-of-8-series/feed/ 0 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 5 of 8 series http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-5-of-8-series/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-5-of-8-series/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:52:19 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=244 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webbs Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-5-of-8-series/feed/ 0 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 4 of 8 series http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-4-of-8-series/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-4-of-8-series/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:51:18 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=242 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webbs Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-4-of-8-series/feed/ 1 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 3 of 8 series http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-3-of-8-series/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-3-of-8-series/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:49:53 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=239 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webbs Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at <a href=”http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com” target=”_blank”>http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com</a>

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-3-of-8-series/feed/ 0 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 2 of 8 series http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-2-of-8-series/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-2-of-8-series/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:55:01 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=235 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webbs Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-2-of-8-series/feed/ 0 Unshakeable Peace Of Mind – 1 of 8 series http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-1-of-8-series/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-1-of-8-series/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:17:50 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=231 Angry feelings are a part of almost everyone’s life. Sometimes anger plays a small part without any problems. Other times, however, it becomes a large part of our lives. We may become rigid, mistrustful, or filled with rage. Anger is a common emotion but it can be difficult to deal with. Quite often we have not been taught how to deal with our anger. We may have been shown how to deal with anger and it is usually shown in appropriate ways. We may have heard that it is not good to be angry.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webbs Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 Value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/03/unshakeable-peace-of-mind-1-of-8-series/feed/ 0 How To Be A Great Husband http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/how-to-be-a-great-husband/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/how-to-be-a-great-husband/#comments Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:58:52 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=221 Be a Great HusbandOne of the things I love most about being The Relationship Specialist is that I get to empower relationships.  I particularly love to teach men how to be their best so that their women totally adore them.  Here are some of the essential principles for becoming a great husband.

  • Listen To Her Feelings.  You might not understand or agree but listen.  Most men argue or get frustrated.  A great husband conveys unconditional support to his wife.  He makes it safe for her to share all sides of herself.
  • Spend Time With Her.  Let your actions clearly show that your wife is your greatest priority.  She needs to know that she is special to you.  Most men choose sports, T.V. or hunting/fishing.  You can have these things but if your wife doesn’t know she comes first in your life then she may resent your other pursuits.
  • Be Her Champion.  Your wife needs to feel your strength and security.  “I’m here for you” is the point you want to make.  Despite other messages she may give you, women hate having to be in charge all of the time.  Great husbands stand by their wives no matter what.
  • Let Her Know That You Are Captivated By Her Beauty.  Great husbands let their wives know that they only have eyes for her.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/how-to-be-a-great-husband/feed/ 0 More Ideas For A Special On Valentines Day http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/more-ideas-for-a-special-on-valentines-day/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/more-ideas-for-a-special-on-valentines-day/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:54:50 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=213 Couples in Love 1I believe that every man can be the most romantic guy in the world.  Being a romantic should be a part of your every day behavior.  One day stands above the rest, Valentine’s Day.

Let your woman know that she is important to you.  Give her your complete attention and make sure you convey the message that she is special to you.

More Ideas To Make Valentine’s Day Special For Your Special Lady

  1. Plan ahead:  Don’t buy gifts or flowers at the last minute; make dinner reservations now, long lines can kill the date.
  2. Either take her out to dinner or cook her meal.  Give her the night off from the kitchen.
  3. Instead of dinner by candlelight, serve her breakfast by candlelight.
  4. When you tell her you love her, say it with enthusiasm, and from your heart.
  5. Make a list of the 10 reasons why you fell in love with her.
  6. Always get her a card, better yet, make her one yourself.
  7. Always wrap her gifts.  Use extra nice wrapping paper and fancy bows.
  8. Take her to church and say a special prayer for your relationship.
  9. Take her on a picnic.
  10. Go for a walk and hold hands.
  11. Read her poetry.
  12. Sing her a love song.
  13. Spend the day watching romantic movies.
  14. Recreate your first date.
  15. Stay at a hotel’s honeymoon suite.
  16. Carve her initials and yours in a tree.
  17. If you can, take the day off from work.
  18. If you plan to buy her clothing, make sure you know all her sizes.
  19. Make an effort that is as big as the love you have for her.
  20. The goal is to make her feel special.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/more-ideas-for-a-special-on-valentines-day/feed/ 0 How To Stay Motivated – Even When You Don’t Feel Like It http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/how-to-stay-motivated-even-when-you-dont-feel-like-it/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/how-to-stay-motivated-even-when-you-dont-feel-like-it/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:43:54 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=208 I filmed this video with the goal of Helping individuals and couples stick with their New Year’s Resolutions. I quickly realized it was also a great resource on how to stay motivated even when you don’t feel like it! Please listen and watch the whole video (I would hate for people to take things out of context) – and if you try my advice – please let me know how you did!

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/how-to-stay-motivated-even-when-you-dont-feel-like-it/feed/ 0 Resolve To Be A Great Partner http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/resolve-to-be-a-great-partner/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/resolve-to-be-a-great-partner/#comments Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:58:26 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=202 I Challenge You to raise the Bar on Yourself! – Decide to be a Great Partner in your relationship, become so amazing that you inspire your partner and others!
Inspirational Relationship Advice from The Relationship Specialist, author Mark Webb, M.S., L.M.F.T.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

… Or for more information on his Best Selling Book “How To Be A Great Partner” visit http://www.howtobeagreatpartner.com/

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/resolve-to-be-a-great-partner/feed/ 1 Ideas To Make Her Feel Special On Valentine’s Day http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/ideas-to-make-her-feel-special-on-valentines-day/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/ideas-to-make-her-feel-special-on-valentines-day/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:40:11 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=175 Make Her Feel Special On Valentine’s DayValentine’s Day will soon be upon us and it is a day that men can make the woman in their lives feel that they are special…or suffer the consequences.
If you forget Valentine’s Day, you are sending her a message that she is not special and that she is not important to you.  It is the overdoing – that time and effort, that sets romantic couples apart from the rest.
Most men will tell you that their partner is the most important thing in their lives, but unfortunately, their actions don’t always reflect this.  Relationships require attention.  On a special day like Valentine’s Day, men should devote 100 percent of themselves to the woman in their lives.  Men often come up with excuses such as “I’m not creative, she knows I love her” or “It’s not my nature to be romantic”.
Some of the ways to make her feel special on Valentine’s Day is the “old reliable” chocolate, but not if she is on a diet.  Instead of roses, buy her flowers that begin with the first letter of her name.  When writing on her Valentine’s Day card, try and be expressive, don’t sign with a mere “Love,” go deeper.  Mail her more than one card, mail them to her home and business addresses.  For the truly devoted men, try and send her a card every hour on the hour.
The time, effort and thoughts demonstrated are more appreciated than money spent.  Unplug the television for the day, or better yet, turn off the power at your home.  With no T.V. or computer to distract you and no furnace to warm you, you set the stage for romance with candles, a fire and blankets.
Another way to make her feel special is to take her a towel while she is in the shower, warm it in the dryer and when she steps out of the shower, hand it to her.
Life is too short not to be romantic and romantic people are happier than most.  Remember the goal is to make her feel special.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/ideas-to-make-her-feel-special-on-valentines-day/feed/ 0 15 Strategies Towards Becoming Your Best Self http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/15-strategies-towards-becoming-your-best-self/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/15-strategies-towards-becoming-your-best-self/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:54:37 +0000 Mark Webb http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=169

Becoming Your Best Self & Couple1. Decide to be the best that you can be.

2. Learn to see your positive qualities.  Make a list of 20 positive traits that you have.

3. Stop putting yourself down in front of other people.

4. Limit the amount of time you spend with negative people.

5. Give and receive compliments.

6. Be enthusiastic.

7. Develop your sense of humor.  Don’t take yourself so seriously.

8. Be kind to everyone you interact with.

9. Don’t be easily offended.

10. Attend church and pay attention while there.

11. Seek outstanding role models.  They can teach you how to     speed up the learning process.

12. Dare to be unpopular.

13. Remind yourself daily that you are striving to be your best.

14. Wake up happy.  Get your day off to a positive   start.

15. Give yourself positive messages such as “I can” and “I will”.

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. Mark Webb is also the author of How To Be A Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™.  Sign up for Mark Webb’s “Relationship Strategies”  Ezine ($100 Value).  Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2010/01/15-strategies-towards-becoming-your-best-self/feed/ 0 Starting Off With A Positive Attitude – 1 of 5 http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/12/starting-off-with-a-positive-attitude-1-of-5/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/12/starting-off-with-a-positive-attitude-1-of-5/#comments Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:19:00 +0000 admin http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/?p=147 Starting Off With A Positive Attitude, by Author Mark Webb, M.S., L.M.F.T. aka “The Relationship Specialist”

Excerpt from Video and Articles: “Stay away from negative thoughts and statements like, I hate this! This is driving me crazy! I cant stand this! These types of statements are like throwing gasoline on a fire. You are making it much more intense. Replace these with positive declarations such as I can handle this. This is not that big of a deal. I have unshakable peace of mind. Nothing bothers me. Your thoughts will direct your emotions. Choose positive thoughts that help you keep your peace and build a positive attitude. ”

Let Mark Guide you into a Positive Attitude, for more information check out http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/12/starting-off-with-a-positive-attitude/
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Author’s Bio:

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. He is the author of How To Be A Great Partner.

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Excerpt from Video and Articles: “Stay away from negative thoughts and statements like, I hate this! This is driving me crazy! I cant stand this! These types of statements are like throwing gasoline on a fire. You are making it much more intense. Replace these with positive declarations such as I can handle this. This is not that big of a deal. I have unshakable peace of mind. Nothing bothers me. Your thoughts will direct your emotions. Choose positive thoughts that help you keep your peace and build a positive attitude. ”

Let Mark Guide you into a Positive Attitude, for more information check out http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/12/starting-off-with-a-positive-attitude/
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Author’s Bio:

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. He is the author of How To Be A Great Partner.

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Excerpt from Video and Articles: “Stay away from negative thoughts and statements like, I hate this! This is driving me crazy! I cant stand this! These types of statements are like throwing gasoline on a fire. You are making it much more intense. Replace these with positive declarations such as I can handle this. This is not that big of a deal. I have unshakable peace of mind. Nothing bothers me. Your thoughts will direct your emotions. Choose positive thoughts that help you keep your peace and build a positive attitude. ”

Let Mark Guide you into a Positive Attitude, for more information check out http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/12/starting-off-with-a-positive-attitude/
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Author’s Bio:

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. He is the author of How To Be A Great Partner.

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Excerpt from Video and Articles: “Stay away from negative thoughts and statements like, I hate this! This is driving me crazy! I cant stand this! These types of statements are like throwing gasoline on a fire. You are making it much more intense. Replace these with positive declarations such as I can handle this. This is not that big of a deal. I have unshakable peace of mind. Nothing bothers me. Your thoughts will direct your emotions. Choose positive thoughts that help you keep your peace and build a positive attitude. ”

Let Mark Guide you into a Positive Attitude, for more information check out http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/12/starting-off-with-a-positive-attitude/
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Author’s Bio:

Mark Webb is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice at South Georgia Psychiatric and Counseling Center in Valdosta. He is the author of How To Be A Great Partner.

]]> http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/12/starting-off-with-a-positive-attitude-4-of-5/feed/ 0 Discover Couple Enhancement Strategies Guaranteed to Transform Your Relationship http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/11/discover-couple-enhancement-strategies-transform-your-relationships/ http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com/2009/11/discover-couple-enhancement-strategies-transform-your-relationships/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:08:44 +0000 Mark Webb http://example.com/?p=1 Are you looking for the secrets of having a Great Relationship ?Successful Couple Relationships

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He didn’t have a snow ball’s chance in hell. He knew it and so did she. “I only came to therapy so I could tell the ladies at church that I had tried.” Katherine admitted. She was fed up with Tom’s rigid demands. After eighteen years, she had had enough. She had already seen an attorney and would soon be filing for divorce.

After hearing more of their story and of Tom’s behavior, it sounded as if Tom did not even deserve another chance. He had provided well for his wife and children but had been a difficult man to live with. His corrective demands on his family were spirit breaking. When Tom finished acknowledging the damage he had done to Katherine, he looked at me with tears streaming down his face and cried, “Please help me be the man I should have been!”

Tom gave me his undivided attention, as all people do when they are in the doghouse. I laid out specific strategies for him. All of which are within the pages of this book. The one strategy that made the biggest initial impact on Katherine was his decision to be a “great spouse.” He also included “a great father” as one of his new labels. He committed himself to greatness and realigned his priorties to ensure that Katherine knew that she was his priority.

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Jim buried his face in his hands as he said, “She out talks me every time. It always ends up my fault somehow.” Martha replied with, “I don’t know what he’s talking about! He’s the one who is always starting up an argument!”

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Jim and Martha lost sight of the baseline. The hope for their future was soon lost as well. I spoke to them separately after their divorce and they both admitted that they had been petty and foolish.

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