In a down economy, the first thing to go is self-care. Have you cut back on things like highlights and weekly manicures? If you have, no doubt you've noticed their absence in your life. But what is actually missing is more than just the satisfaction of the physical pampering – it’s the emotional support that comes from spilling your guts to your stylist or nail tech about the baffling man in your life or the latest hassle at work!
Think about it – doesn’t unloading all of your problems, big or small, make you feel better? It’s the talking that really recharges your batteries.
But you know that reinstating those regular pricey trips to the salon isn’t the best option right now. What you can do in place of your typical pampering is sit down, grab a glass of wine, dial a coach, and just be a girl. You don’t have to be tough or act like nothing has you overwhelmed – this is your girlie time, at a price that will let you keep your budget and still maintain an unbiased support system. You may have had to give up certain luxuries for the moment, but it isn’t necessary to go cold turkey on the emotional nurturing that you deserve.
Ask Mars Venus coaches are ready to do everything they can to pamper you. After all, you take care of everyone and everything else… isn’t it time to take care of yourself?
Stay supported and get rejuvenated anytime you need by connecting with your coach at 1-888-627-7836. Our current special - 20 minutes for only $35.99 - gives you the indulgence you need at a price you can afford.
→ Click here to take advantage of this limited-time offer from Ask Mars Venus! It expires March 13, 2009.
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Friday, February 27, 2009
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Comedy Knows Best?
According to Hollywood Reporter, Jerry Seinfeld is headed back to TV, but this time it involves a reality show, about other peoples' marriages:
The comedian's project is tentatively called "The Marriage Ref" and features celebrities, comedians, and athletes who will judge couples in the midst of marital disputes while recommending various strategies to resolve their problems.
Marriage and TV have long had a love connection - from reality shows to game shows to sitcoms, the laughs can be plentiful when you put a man and a woman in a room together. Though we wonder if the couple in question will find it funny...
→ What do you think? Will Seinfeld's show make a mockery of marriage, or help people see the importance of learning to laugh, especially when it comes to "domestic bliss"? Read more!
The comedian's project is tentatively called "The Marriage Ref" and features celebrities, comedians, and athletes who will judge couples in the midst of marital disputes while recommending various strategies to resolve their problems.
Marriage and TV have long had a love connection - from reality shows to game shows to sitcoms, the laughs can be plentiful when you put a man and a woman in a room together. Though we wonder if the couple in question will find it funny...
→ What do you think? Will Seinfeld's show make a mockery of marriage, or help people see the importance of learning to laugh, especially when it comes to "domestic bliss"? Read more!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Top 5 Tips for Lasting Sexual Bliss
Communicate. Be self confident. Know you’re desirable. Live in the moment. You know all of these tips lend themselves to creating the mind-blowing bedroom experiences you’ve always craved.
But it doesn’t hurt to be reminded of typically unspoken tips so you can keep your sexual bliss up and running, no matter how long you’ve been together. Psychology Today got us thinking about how good sex can be great sex and how we can dig down deep to figure out what might be getting in the way of sexual satisfaction.
But it doesn’t hurt to be reminded of typically unspoken tips so you can keep your sexual bliss up and running, no matter how long you’ve been together. Psychology Today got us thinking about how good sex can be great sex and how we can dig down deep to figure out what might be getting in the way of sexual satisfaction.
- Reprogram your mind. Being unable to let go completely during sex – whether emotionally or physically – might be a method of self-preservation. Are you freaked out about vulnerability? Fearful of losing your partner or getting hurt?
- Compromise – is it as much fun as it sounds? Bedroom negotiations (done at the right time of course) make people comfortable. But limiting your sexual buffet can leave you hungry, resentful, and bored.
- Orgasm isn’t the goal. Plain and simple. Enjoy the sex. Enjoy your partner. Think about your partner. Stop focusing on the climax.
- Sex isn’t a football game. There is no playbook that maps out the best routes to go about making a touchdown. Technique can become mechanical – being proficient can become predictable. Are you thinking about how you’re playing the game… or are you thinking about how to gel with your teammate?
- Women don't have to play the innocent. Hot sex is good. Women like it. Men like it. But many women hold back in bed because they’re ashamed of their own desire. They may think that “making love” is the only appropriate kind of sex for a long-term relationship. The result of lusty sex shouldn’t be guilt.
→ What's your tip for sexual bliss?
Read more!Monday, February 23, 2009
Does Love Blind Us to Reality?
A marriage center funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families recently released the results of a survey which found that young people want the "happily ever after"... however, they seemingly lack the necessary skills to make a marriage work.
This survey found that, of the young adults (ages 18-30) who were interviewed, 82 percent plan to get married and stay married. Forever. But then how do they explain the estimated 40 percent of first marriages that end in divorce? Simply enough - they say couples need to see the difference between the attitude they have about getting married and the reality of actually being married.
And their suggested solution for creating healthy marriages? Communication. Talking. Now where have you heard that before?
→ What lessons have you learned about marriage that you didn't anticipate before saying, "I do"? Read more!
This survey found that, of the young adults (ages 18-30) who were interviewed, 82 percent plan to get married and stay married. Forever. But then how do they explain the estimated 40 percent of first marriages that end in divorce? Simply enough - they say couples need to see the difference between the attitude they have about getting married and the reality of actually being married.
And their suggested solution for creating healthy marriages? Communication. Talking. Now where have you heard that before?
→ What lessons have you learned about marriage that you didn't anticipate before saying, "I do"? Read more!
Friday, February 20, 2009
And the Oscar Goes To...
Ever feel like your love life could win an award for best drama? If so, we wonder... is that really the kind of prize you want to take home? We know comedies don't get much love at the Oscars, but sometimes looking at love with a bit of humor can turn the drama you're experiencing into a much more livable situation.
This weekend will offer up hours of Oscar coverage, allowing you to slip into the oblivion of good-looking celebrities, gossip, and the fantasy of the silver screen. But the real world still awaits once you click off that TV.
So think about it this way: For the price of a movie ticket, you could have targeted advice about your love life... a private one-on-one about the ups and downs you're going through. And that makes you a winner in life and in love.
→ What drama, comedy, or documentary most closely resembles your love life? Would you like to be living in a different kind of movie than that? Read more!
This weekend will offer up hours of Oscar coverage, allowing you to slip into the oblivion of good-looking celebrities, gossip, and the fantasy of the silver screen. But the real world still awaits once you click off that TV.
So think about it this way: For the price of a movie ticket, you could have targeted advice about your love life... a private one-on-one about the ups and downs you're going through. And that makes you a winner in life and in love.
→ What drama, comedy, or documentary most closely resembles your love life? Would you like to be living in a different kind of movie than that? Read more!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
New Quiz! Why Are You Still Single?
There’s nothing wrong with being single. But when you are single, it sure can feel wrong. You may yearn for companionship, be tired of being the third wheel with friends, or hate allowing others’ opinions of singlehood to influence your self-image. If you’re starting to doubt the real reasons behind your single status, get inside your own head with this quiz.
Find out if you’re single by choice or by default, and what you can do about making your life exactly the way you want it to be – whether you’re walking that path alone or with a partner by your side. Take the quiz now!
→ What do you think of your quiz results? Read more!
Find out if you’re single by choice or by default, and what you can do about making your life exactly the way you want it to be – whether you’re walking that path alone or with a partner by your side. Take the quiz now!
→ What do you think of your quiz results? Read more!
But He Said He'd Call
We're willing to bet that every woman has had a man say those three little words to her at least once in her life: "I'll call you."
Chances are, he delivered that phrase with a promising smile. Which, in turn, gets a woman's hopes up. She believes him... he said he would call... so what gives? Why is that phone not ringing? Why does he say one thing and then fail to follow through?
On a daily basis, women the world over are left wondering why the guy who seemed so great suddenly flaked, let them down, disappointed them, and, as a result, made them feel unworthy and unattractive.
There are plenty of reasons why guys say one thing and then do another. But every situation is unique in and of itself. If you want clarity about why your phone specifically isn't ringing, turn to a seasoned interpreter - we know about men, and we're always ready to share our secrets with you.
→ When you're getting ready to pick up the phone and call him, even though it's against your better judgment, listen to your gut and dial a relationship specialist (aka translator of guy-speak) instead. Read more!
Chances are, he delivered that phrase with a promising smile. Which, in turn, gets a woman's hopes up. She believes him... he said he would call... so what gives? Why is that phone not ringing? Why does he say one thing and then fail to follow through?
On a daily basis, women the world over are left wondering why the guy who seemed so great suddenly flaked, let them down, disappointed them, and, as a result, made them feel unworthy and unattractive.
There are plenty of reasons why guys say one thing and then do another. But every situation is unique in and of itself. If you want clarity about why your phone specifically isn't ringing, turn to a seasoned interpreter - we know about men, and we're always ready to share our secrets with you.
→ When you're getting ready to pick up the phone and call him, even though it's against your better judgment, listen to your gut and dial a relationship specialist (aka translator of guy-speak) instead. Read more!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Going to the Chapel... Er, the Bank
According to Cost of Wedding, the average U.S. couple spends $20K on their wedding. But if you live in Washington, D.C. that average is closer to $45K. Beverly Hills: $95,000. Any way you look at it, no matter what city you live in, these days, creating that dream wedding with all the fixings is a pricey endeavor. Some websites have developed solutions...
Now wedding guests can donate to a couple's "cause" rather than just sending along a few place settings from the gift registry. Plenty of pairs are setting themselves up on websites that allow interested parties to contribute to their honeymoon fund, nest egg, or help them cover their matrimonial costs. But are the cash donations flooding in? Some people think of this flat-out solicitation for dough akin to requesting your guests pay for their meal at the reception.
But for the sake of couples who are trying to start out ahead rather than in debt, such donations can go a long way to reducing the stress and strain that money inevitably puts on a relationship. With that in mind...
Now wedding guests can donate to a couple's "cause" rather than just sending along a few place settings from the gift registry. Plenty of pairs are setting themselves up on websites that allow interested parties to contribute to their honeymoon fund, nest egg, or help them cover their matrimonial costs. But are the cash donations flooding in? Some people think of this flat-out solicitation for dough akin to requesting your guests pay for their meal at the reception.
But for the sake of couples who are trying to start out ahead rather than in debt, such donations can go a long way to reducing the stress and strain that money inevitably puts on a relationship. With that in mind...
→ ... if your invite to someone's wedding included a suggestion for you to donate cash to their wedding fund, would you be offended or indifferent?
Read more!Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Flirt Until It Hurts?
How far would you go to impress someone? Apparently, men are much more willing to take a flying leap – literally – than women.
Many men flirt with risk thinking it will help them land a woman. Men account for four-fifths of the world’s skydivers and two-thirds of all rock climbers. And now, according to a Florida State University study, it’s suggested that men are inspired to go to such heights for more than just the thrill.
There could be very good reasons behind these strenuous efforts…
The dynamics of today’s society are, for women, no longer about finding a husband and having kids. Women are more financially capable of taking care of themselves than ever before… so having a big, strong provider in their life isn’t exactly a necessity. Women are looking for companionship more than anything. But it’s always a nice perk to meet a man who also has super-sexy ambition and confidence.
So it’s easy to speculate that the most daring of men believe they must go to extremes to capture the attention of the woman they want. But the study suggests that they only go to such efforts if they believe they are likely to benefit from their risk-taking… otherwise, why take a chance on your parachute not opening or your climbing harness breaking if you’re not guaranteed to “get the girl”?
→ Ladies, are you enticed by risk-taking men or someone who practices the art of subtlety? Read more!
Many men flirt with risk thinking it will help them land a woman. Men account for four-fifths of the world’s skydivers and two-thirds of all rock climbers. And now, according to a Florida State University study, it’s suggested that men are inspired to go to such heights for more than just the thrill.
There could be very good reasons behind these strenuous efforts…
The dynamics of today’s society are, for women, no longer about finding a husband and having kids. Women are more financially capable of taking care of themselves than ever before… so having a big, strong provider in their life isn’t exactly a necessity. Women are looking for companionship more than anything. But it’s always a nice perk to meet a man who also has super-sexy ambition and confidence.
So it’s easy to speculate that the most daring of men believe they must go to extremes to capture the attention of the woman they want. But the study suggests that they only go to such efforts if they believe they are likely to benefit from their risk-taking… otherwise, why take a chance on your parachute not opening or your climbing harness breaking if you’re not guaranteed to “get the girl”?
→ Ladies, are you enticed by risk-taking men or someone who practices the art of subtlety? Read more!
Friday, February 13, 2009
Is the Economy Affecting Your Love Life?
Whether you're single, dating, or in a relationship, we want to know: Is the state of the economy affecting your love life?
When stress takes over in times of uncertainty, men and women have distinct coping mechanisms and often their needs are conflicting. Men may go to their cave, wanting nothing more than to be left alone with their concerns. Women may fall into their well, needing to talk things out so they can start to feel better.
Some couples manage to stomp out stress and turn the negatives happening around them into positives; other couples falter under the weight of such stress. If you're single, personal stress can make the ups and downs of dating even more complicated to figure out.
Where do you fit in the equation? How do you cope? Share with us how your love life has been altered by the financial times, whether positively or negatively. One entrant will be chosen to receive a 30-minute phone coaching session with an Ask Mars Venus relationship specialist. Promotion ends March 1, 2009.
→ Take our survey! Read more!
When stress takes over in times of uncertainty, men and women have distinct coping mechanisms and often their needs are conflicting. Men may go to their cave, wanting nothing more than to be left alone with their concerns. Women may fall into their well, needing to talk things out so they can start to feel better.
Some couples manage to stomp out stress and turn the negatives happening around them into positives; other couples falter under the weight of such stress. If you're single, personal stress can make the ups and downs of dating even more complicated to figure out.
Where do you fit in the equation? How do you cope? Share with us how your love life has been altered by the financial times, whether positively or negatively. One entrant will be chosen to receive a 30-minute phone coaching session with an Ask Mars Venus relationship specialist. Promotion ends March 1, 2009.
→ Take our survey! Read more!
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Buying Love
According to a National Geographic article, Valentine's Day celebrations this year are expected to bring in $14.7 billion in retail sales in the U.S. That's billions of dollars... billions. The National Retail Federation survey revealed a few other interesting monetary stats.
→ Take our poll about the hype surrounding this holiday and then, we want to know, who and what are you spending your money on this Valentine's Day? Read more!
The average U.S. consumer is expected to spend $102.50 on Valentine's Day gifts, meals, and entertainment, according to an annual U.S. National Retail Federation survey—down from $122.98 per person in 2008.Where does the rest of the cash go? People seem to love spreading love, so their red-hot dollars are being spent on their kids, of course, but also friends, co-workers, and devoted pets, according to the survey.
"If anything, [people] are probably scaling back on more discretionary purchases, so that they can feel comfortable spending on Valentine's Day," said Ellen Davis, the federation's vice president.
About 92 percent of married Americans with children will spend the most money on their spouses: $67.22.
→ Take our poll about the hype surrounding this holiday and then, we want to know, who and what are you spending your money on this Valentine's Day? Read more!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Splitsville? Not So Fast...
The financial trauma the nation is experiencing right now doesn't only put a strain on wallets. Many couples are mired in relationship problems they never imagined they'd have to face - and they're having to make decisions they never thought they'd be forced to make. So is that a bad or good thing?
According to recent news reports, here's a little of what's going on in peoples' love lives:
→ The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers says 37 percent of their members are reporting that they have seen a decrease in divorce cases nationwide.
→ Therapists are reporting an upswing in married couples trying to work out their problems as opposed to resigning themselves to that pricey quick fix - divorce.
→ And when it comes to bouncing bundles of joy, there seems to be a freeze on having babies, a surge in safer birth control methods, and even a downswing in having sex at all (which doesn't exactly help keep the life in a relationship).
While the recession may be causing the stress in relationships that ultimately makes people decide they want to divorce, the financial strain is ironically forcing people to put that decision to divorce on hold.
So then you're left trying to figure out how to "stand" living together for a little longer.
But we propose that economic strain may actually be a blessing in disguise. Is taking the time to work on your relationship such a bad thing? There are alternatives to divorce - like relationship coaching - that can get you and your partner on a healthier path and introduce you to new communication methods, resulting in a renewed love... and a saved relationship.
→ Has your relationship been affected by the economy? Read more!
According to recent news reports, here's a little of what's going on in peoples' love lives:
→ The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers says 37 percent of their members are reporting that they have seen a decrease in divorce cases nationwide.
→ Therapists are reporting an upswing in married couples trying to work out their problems as opposed to resigning themselves to that pricey quick fix - divorce.
→ And when it comes to bouncing bundles of joy, there seems to be a freeze on having babies, a surge in safer birth control methods, and even a downswing in having sex at all (which doesn't exactly help keep the life in a relationship).
While the recession may be causing the stress in relationships that ultimately makes people decide they want to divorce, the financial strain is ironically forcing people to put that decision to divorce on hold.
So then you're left trying to figure out how to "stand" living together for a little longer.
But we propose that economic strain may actually be a blessing in disguise. Is taking the time to work on your relationship such a bad thing? There are alternatives to divorce - like relationship coaching - that can get you and your partner on a healthier path and introduce you to new communication methods, resulting in a renewed love... and a saved relationship.
→ Has your relationship been affected by the economy? Read more!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
The Real Aphrodisiacs
Alcohol, chocolate, and oysters are often considered some of the most potent aphrodisiacs. (There are also a few potentially deadly ones like Spanish Fly according to Live Science so tread carefully where they're concerned.)
But beyond using the belly to stimulate the heart and loins, there are mental aphrodisiacs that are just as powerful (if not more so) than all the edible magic out there. Natural aphrodisiacs like confidence, trust, communication, respect, and maintaining good health can absolutely amp up the heat in your relationship. Here's some food for thought.
Establish romantic rituals – A Valentine's Day extravaganza of cards and flowers can certainly be nice, but trying to cram a lot of romance into one day and assume that 24 hours worth of devotion is going to be enough to satisfy your partner for a whole year is unrealistic. Daily romance isn't actually that difficult, and you can have it, you know. Real romance comes from the little things – opening her car door, packing his lunch, taking her hand, giving him compliments. Think about what you miss in your relationship that used to be there in spades when you first began dating… do you need a little help in figuring out how to recapture that?
Ask for what you want – While it may not feel especially romantic to ask him for a hug, if you want one and he seems oblivious to the fact that you need one, then request it. What is the backbone of Mars Venus? Communication! Neither of you can read the other's mind. When you talk to each other, the trust and confidence in your bond grows. Do you hold back in your relationship when you want something and ultimately end up resenting your partner for not automatically "knowing" that they should be giving it to you?
Use your mind – If you feel like your sex life is less stellar than you'd like it to be, start thinking about it. But don't concentrate on what you're not getting, focus on what you want, what you know would satisfy you. It's the law of attraction, a technique we talk about with our clients regularly. What you visualize you can bring to your life – good or bad. Sex can be like your favorite food… if you fantasize all day about that chocolate cake that's waiting for you at home, you know it will taste oh so sweet once you finally get your hands on it. Substitute your partner for that cake and see how good your intimate results can be.
The bottom line is that Valentine's Day is one special day that you can use to celebrate the union you have with another person. People build up this holiday to monstrous proportions and make it into something much more pivotal than what it needs to be. Use the holiday as an opportunity to express your feelings and deepen your love, but don't think that this is the only day of the year that you can do so. You have the power to infuse every day with the heart and soul of Valentine's Day.
→ What aphrodisiac is your "secret weapon"? Read more!
But beyond using the belly to stimulate the heart and loins, there are mental aphrodisiacs that are just as powerful (if not more so) than all the edible magic out there. Natural aphrodisiacs like confidence, trust, communication, respect, and maintaining good health can absolutely amp up the heat in your relationship. Here's some food for thought.
Establish romantic rituals – A Valentine's Day extravaganza of cards and flowers can certainly be nice, but trying to cram a lot of romance into one day and assume that 24 hours worth of devotion is going to be enough to satisfy your partner for a whole year is unrealistic. Daily romance isn't actually that difficult, and you can have it, you know. Real romance comes from the little things – opening her car door, packing his lunch, taking her hand, giving him compliments. Think about what you miss in your relationship that used to be there in spades when you first began dating… do you need a little help in figuring out how to recapture that?
Ask for what you want – While it may not feel especially romantic to ask him for a hug, if you want one and he seems oblivious to the fact that you need one, then request it. What is the backbone of Mars Venus? Communication! Neither of you can read the other's mind. When you talk to each other, the trust and confidence in your bond grows. Do you hold back in your relationship when you want something and ultimately end up resenting your partner for not automatically "knowing" that they should be giving it to you?
Use your mind – If you feel like your sex life is less stellar than you'd like it to be, start thinking about it. But don't concentrate on what you're not getting, focus on what you want, what you know would satisfy you. It's the law of attraction, a technique we talk about with our clients regularly. What you visualize you can bring to your life – good or bad. Sex can be like your favorite food… if you fantasize all day about that chocolate cake that's waiting for you at home, you know it will taste oh so sweet once you finally get your hands on it. Substitute your partner for that cake and see how good your intimate results can be.
The bottom line is that Valentine's Day is one special day that you can use to celebrate the union you have with another person. People build up this holiday to monstrous proportions and make it into something much more pivotal than what it needs to be. Use the holiday as an opportunity to express your feelings and deepen your love, but don't think that this is the only day of the year that you can do so. You have the power to infuse every day with the heart and soul of Valentine's Day.
→ What aphrodisiac is your "secret weapon"? Read more!
Monday, February 9, 2009
Flirt Until It Hurts?
How far would you go to impress someone? Apparently, men are much more willing to take a flying leap – literally – than women.
“Risk” is what we’re talking about here, and many men flirt with it thinking it will help them land the woman who has caught their eye. Here are the stats: men account for four-fifths of the world’s skydivers and two-thirds of all rock climbers. And now, according to a Florida State University study, it’s suggested that men are inspired to go to such heights for more than just the thrill.
There could be very good reasons behind these strenuous efforts…
The dynamics of today’s society are, for women, no longer about finding a husband, having kids, and staying home to raise them. The female population is more financially capable of taking care of themselves than ever before… so having a big, strong provider in their life isn’t exactly a necessity. Women are looking for companionship more than anything. But it’s always a nice perk to meet a man who also has super-sexy ambition and confidence.
So it’s easy to speculate that the most daring of men believe they must go to extremes to capture the attention of the woman they want. But the study suggests that they only go to such efforts if they believe they are likely to benefit from their risk-taking… otherwise, why take a chance on your parachute not opening or your climbing harness breaking if you’re not guaranteed to “get the girl”?
Bottom line: there is no guarantee that any risky play will capture a woman’s attention. In fact, sometimes it’s the smaller gestures that make the biggest impact on a woman’s heart.
→ Ladies, are you enticed by risk-taking men or someone who practices the art of subtlety? Read more!
“Risk” is what we’re talking about here, and many men flirt with it thinking it will help them land the woman who has caught their eye. Here are the stats: men account for four-fifths of the world’s skydivers and two-thirds of all rock climbers. And now, according to a Florida State University study, it’s suggested that men are inspired to go to such heights for more than just the thrill.
There could be very good reasons behind these strenuous efforts…
The dynamics of today’s society are, for women, no longer about finding a husband, having kids, and staying home to raise them. The female population is more financially capable of taking care of themselves than ever before… so having a big, strong provider in their life isn’t exactly a necessity. Women are looking for companionship more than anything. But it’s always a nice perk to meet a man who also has super-sexy ambition and confidence.
So it’s easy to speculate that the most daring of men believe they must go to extremes to capture the attention of the woman they want. But the study suggests that they only go to such efforts if they believe they are likely to benefit from their risk-taking… otherwise, why take a chance on your parachute not opening or your climbing harness breaking if you’re not guaranteed to “get the girl”?
Bottom line: there is no guarantee that any risky play will capture a woman’s attention. In fact, sometimes it’s the smaller gestures that make the biggest impact on a woman’s heart.
→ Ladies, are you enticed by risk-taking men or someone who practices the art of subtlety? Read more!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Are You Into It?
Raise your hand if you've seen the commercial of Drew Barrymore saying, "He MySpaced me." We thought you might have... for weeks, televisions have been plastered with ads about the release of He's Just Not That Into You. A self-help book turned into a movie is definitely an interesting concept... but we're wondering if this is the kind of flick that could encourage bad behavior rather than curb it, and if the reactions people have to the story will be like those that occurred after the viewing of another film...
The Break-Up was a movie that had men leaving theatres saying, "He was so right! She is such a drama queen!" and women saying, "She tried so hard! He never listened to what she really needed."
These films are all, at their heart, Mars vs. Venus. But are viewers supposed to learn any lessons from entertainment like this? Maybe we're reading too much into it, maybe we know just how important it is to respect the differences between men and women rather than perpetuate the stereotypes or make fun of the sexes. Laughing is healthy, but it's not funny when your love life isn't getting anywhere.
We know that movies get stuck in peoples' psyches and hold on tight - and not always in a good way. So we want to know if the idea of this movie is making you cringe, or if the commercials are making you feel like you can already relate to the characters.
→ Are you going to see the movie this weekend? If so, come back and give us your review! Read more!
The Break-Up was a movie that had men leaving theatres saying, "He was so right! She is such a drama queen!" and women saying, "She tried so hard! He never listened to what she really needed."
These films are all, at their heart, Mars vs. Venus. But are viewers supposed to learn any lessons from entertainment like this? Maybe we're reading too much into it, maybe we know just how important it is to respect the differences between men and women rather than perpetuate the stereotypes or make fun of the sexes. Laughing is healthy, but it's not funny when your love life isn't getting anywhere.
We know that movies get stuck in peoples' psyches and hold on tight - and not always in a good way. So we want to know if the idea of this movie is making you cringe, or if the commercials are making you feel like you can already relate to the characters.
→ Are you going to see the movie this weekend? If so, come back and give us your review! Read more!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Networking
Tweet, tweet! Ask Mars Venus is now on Twitter! Become one of our followers and you'll get daily love advice; be the first to know about our new relationship tests, articles, and blog posts; and receive Twitter-only specials and promotions.
Think about it... the more you spread the word about Ask Mars Venus, the further the Mars Venus dating and relationship wisdom spiders out. And wouldn't you like to know more people who understand and respect the huge differences between men and women? Read more!
Think about it... the more you spread the word about Ask Mars Venus, the further the Mars Venus dating and relationship wisdom spiders out. And wouldn't you like to know more people who understand and respect the huge differences between men and women? Read more!
Would You Say "I Do"?
The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, Millionaire Matchmaker... what could possibly come next in the lexicon of shows that try to orchestrate everlasting love for people? It seems there's one thing no one has thought of to try, until now.
A new reality show from CBS has decided that it's time for a TV show about arranged marriages.In a nutshell:
A new reality show from CBS has decided that it's time for a TV show about arranged marriages.In a nutshell:
The show introduces four adults in the 25-45 age range who are eager to get married but have been unsuccessful in their search for a mate. Their friends and family select a spouse for them, and the newly paired couple exchange marital vows. The series follows their marriages.→ Would you participate in a reality show like this if you had the chance? Read more!
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
O After O After O
Some people think multiple orgasms – aka, the Bionic O – are a myth. But to many women, the Bionic O’s existence is a moot point… they’d love to have just one orgasm during sex, period! A poll conducted by Ask Mars Venus revealed that 36 percent of women orgasm “some” of the time, rarely, or never when they’re between the sheets.
It seems though that the numbers may actually be higher than that. According to a study reported by The Kinsey Institute, only 29 percent of women always have orgasms with their partner (compared to 75 percent of men). That can seem like a disheartening number for the ladies (and yet another chink in a man’s effort to produce that Holy Grail for the woman they love).
Here’s the thing – most women simply don't orgasm as easily or as often as movies, television, and modern society would have us believe. In fact, 58 percent of women who responded to our poll admitted to “faking it” sometimes. Take heart guys – it’s often less to soothe your ego and more to take the pressure off of herself. It's almost impossible for a woman to have an orgasm if she feels she has to.
The female clients we speak to daily spend a good deal of their time thinking about and giving to everyone but themselves. Many women become so consumed with all their responsibilities of giving that their capacity to receive begins to diminish. Even the most sensitive man in the world can’t bring a woman to orgasm if her mind is on the household chores, or that last 10 pounds she thinks she needs to lose.
The key is to remember that women often need to experience intimacy on several levels in order to reach climax. Physical intimacy is, of course, important, but the emotional and mental elements are equally crucial and often overlooked, especially by men.
Many women express that their most satisfying sexual experiences come from being connected to someone… satisfaction isn’t all about orgasm. But being intimate with someone on physical and verbal levels (communication again – it’s always important!) can get a woman that much closer to the pleasure she’s long been after. Women need time to warm up – and, guys, you can learn how to help her get there.
→ The Bionic Multiple O –is it a myth or a reality in your sex life? Read more!
It seems though that the numbers may actually be higher than that. According to a study reported by The Kinsey Institute, only 29 percent of women always have orgasms with their partner (compared to 75 percent of men). That can seem like a disheartening number for the ladies (and yet another chink in a man’s effort to produce that Holy Grail for the woman they love).
Here’s the thing – most women simply don't orgasm as easily or as often as movies, television, and modern society would have us believe. In fact, 58 percent of women who responded to our poll admitted to “faking it” sometimes. Take heart guys – it’s often less to soothe your ego and more to take the pressure off of herself. It's almost impossible for a woman to have an orgasm if she feels she has to.
The female clients we speak to daily spend a good deal of their time thinking about and giving to everyone but themselves. Many women become so consumed with all their responsibilities of giving that their capacity to receive begins to diminish. Even the most sensitive man in the world can’t bring a woman to orgasm if her mind is on the household chores, or that last 10 pounds she thinks she needs to lose.
The key is to remember that women often need to experience intimacy on several levels in order to reach climax. Physical intimacy is, of course, important, but the emotional and mental elements are equally crucial and often overlooked, especially by men.
Many women express that their most satisfying sexual experiences come from being connected to someone… satisfaction isn’t all about orgasm. But being intimate with someone on physical and verbal levels (communication again – it’s always important!) can get a woman that much closer to the pleasure she’s long been after. Women need time to warm up – and, guys, you can learn how to help her get there.
→ The Bionic Multiple O –is it a myth or a reality in your sex life? Read more!
Monday, February 2, 2009
Who's Snooping?
According to a recent study, more than 70 percent of people in the U.K. admit to spying on their partner's online activity. This usually happens at least once a month with common searches including:
- Monitoring Twitter conversations
- Looking to see if they are friends with ex-parters on Facebook
- Reviewing what, if any, comments they left on a friend's Facebook photos.
And 68 percent of Brits also admitted they would check their partner's private emails if they knew the password.
→ Do you spy? Do you think your partner is checking up on you?
