Do you sometimes get angry with people who are closest to you? Do you ever wonder why we often treat total strangers better than we treat our families and loved ones? When couples and family members are close, one partner may feel it’s “safe” to let go of their emotions when they’re feeling stressed ...read more
Four Communication Styles That Spell Trouble In Your Marriage
You know it when you see it. Maybe you’re having dinner with a couple of old friends you haven’t seen in awhile. Maybe you’re standing around chatting with another couple at the soccer field. Just a casual chat and you can practically sniff it out: the marriage that is on the rocks. Not headed for ...read more
Trading Fantasy For Real Life Relationships: Four Ways To Find Magic In The Daily Grind
It’s a trap we love to fall into: That Hollywood-style romance, famous in chick flicks, in which storm-tossed lovers run through airports, go back in time, or rediscover an old flame against ridiculous odds. You don’t need me to tell you those silver screen relationships aren’t real. You know very ...read more
We’re Just Friends: The Insidious Affair No One Just “Gets Over”
It starts innocently enough ... You have a cup of coffee in the break room at work. You linger awhile after your shift at the dog shelter where you both volunteer. You share a story that gives insight into your private life...just the smallest view. Gradually, an acquaintance becomes something ...read more
What Men Don’t Know About Women and Sex (That Destroys the Intimacy They Desire)
All right, fair’s fair. I gave some advice the other day ... advice that most men would applaud when it comes to men and their sexual needs and desires. You can check out that post here. Now we turn the tables. (Men, have a seat.) Women’s sexuality is a little more complex. No surprise there. Women ...read more
What Women Don’t Know About Men And Sex (That Destroys The Intimacy They Desire)
At the end of this blog post, I’m going to suggest something that’s so controversial; many women are going to think I’m crazy to even suggest it. Even though this advice has saved hundreds of marriages. I’m only telling you what works based on what I’ve tried with my couples in therapy. It’s real ...read more
Singles, Take This Test Before You Commit!
“If you like it then you should have put a ring on it...” So the song goes. But before you drop a few paychecks on a diamond and tell all your friends and family you’ve met “the one...” stop and consider the relationship’s staying power. It’s easy to fall in love. The universe seems lined up to ...read more
The Best Way To Keep Your Partner In Love With You Forever
I’m going to tell you this and you’re going to be disappointed. It’s not some awesome sex trick, it’s not a diet or body makeover, it’s not a recipe you can whip up in the kitchen. It’s actually really simple, sweet, and small. Almost boring, this advice I have for you. But trust me, it transforms ...read more
Welcome to the Red Hot Relationships Blog!
Hi! I’m Sonja Benson and I’m really excited to welcome you to my blog. I hope the topics I cover really speak to you and I welcome you to ask questions or suggest topics and I’ll do my best to cover them. So, who am I and why am I writing a relationship blog? I’ve been practicing as a ...read more
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