13 Things Men Look For In A Potential Wife.

It is well known that a lot of men are initially interested in a woman based purely on physical attributes and attraction. But beyond this what else do we look for when we consider a woman as a potential life partner or wife? There are a few key qualities we look for but there is […]

The End Of A Relationship Is Not The End Of The World.

Every relationship goes through a series of changes and readjustments. However, there are times when even with the best of efforts things just don’t work out for one reason or another. Accepting that and acting upon it is something that takes a lot of introspection and courage. A relationship is supposed to bring you joy […]

The Art Of Ghosting

I know a friend who has experienced this new wave of torture and heartlessness that has swept through the millennial generation and seems poised to become a staple of modern day relationships. Even older generations are becoming accustomed to it. A ghoster is usually considered as someone selfish who does not want to have to […]

R Kelly the “Monster”?

They say that the most important time in a human beings’ development is in their childhood. Particularly in their formative years from 0 till about 8 years old. For Robert Kelly his childhood was not the best. Certainly not the worst but it was bad enough. He never knew his father and he was one […]

The Return.

The last 18 months of my personal life have been extremely challenging and I have not been able to reconnect with my thirst for blogging. However I find myself in a new space and willing to continue the journey back to self actualisation and fulfillment. I will explore other topics this time around. Not just […]

Is Courtship Still Relevant In Modern Relationships?

Courtship is perceived in various ways by different people from all corners of society. Some feel it is still a crucial aspect of strong and long lasting relationships but others think it is a time wasting exercise that does not always guarantee success. By definition most courtship rituals are done with marriage as the desired […]

Do Relationships Started On Social Media Work?

When I was thinking about this topic a lot of scenarios came to my mind. I thought about the “good old days” when asking someone out was as daunting as it was to write an exam. I thought of those days when pen and paper were our best friends and we mastered the art lyrical […]

The Actualization Phase – Long Lasting Relationships.

This is the stage in a relationship where you have no doubt or reservations about your partner and you are satisfied beyond the shadow of a doubt that only death can separate you. Only a few get to this point in their relationships. Less still nowadays than in the past as marriages and relationships in […]

The Comfort Zone – Long Lasting Relationships.

This is usually the longest part of any relationship. The excitement of the honeymoon phase is now well and truly over and you are now for the most part taking each other a bit for granted. The complexities of life are now making the intimacy and spontaneity you once had a thing of the past. […]

The Honeymoon Phase – Long Lasting Relationships.

This is the time in a relationship that is the most enjoyable. You are truly in love and nothing or no-one can steal your joy. You and your mate are on an exhilarating journey of passion and bliss and you wonder where this person was all your life. They are the Yin to your Yang. […]