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		<title>The Art of Flirting</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2015 09:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lori  Ann Davis]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you are new to the dating scene or are in a long-term relationship, one thing remains the same; flirting is still key to expressing your affections towards someone! We all know that communication is one of the most important aspects of any relationship, but who said it has to be all talk? Flirting can be verbal or nonverbal and can involve body language, touching and eye contact among other things.  And, the good news is that flirting is essential for married couples.  Flirting brings out our masculine and feminine energy, which is what draws us to each other and causes the sparks to fly.  It can make us feel alive, and it is fun! Flirting brings out our masculine and feminine energy, which is what draws us to each other and causes the sparks to fly. So, how do you flirt? Is it something that you are comfortable with? The good news is that flirting can be fun and simple with a few helpful suggestions! Ways to Flirt: • Flirting can be as simple as catching someone’s eye and smiling, lingering there a bit longer than you usually would and then looking away.  Then say” hello” and start up a simple conversation. • Keep the conversation positive and be happy. Smile and have fun. • Make direct eye contact. Look at their face and when they seem excited about something they are talking about, ask more questions. Give them your full attention. • Look for opportunities to compliment them. • Be confident but not overly confident. You don’t have to tell them all about yourself or all the things you have accomplished. Just feeling good about yourself makes you attractive. • Tease them a bit, but be careful not to go overboard. The more you know the person, the more you can use this approach. • Casually touch the other person’s arm or hand. Linger there for a moment more than you normally would. Key Points to Remember When Flirting: • Act like a lady or a gentleman or it is not seen as flirting and will have the opposite effect. It might chase the other person away instead of drawing them closer OR it will get you the wrong kind of attention. Remember, flirting should be subtle in nature.  Remember, flirting should be subtle in nature. • Mimic their body language. • Relax, stop worrying about the outcome and just have fun! Flirting in long-term relationships or marriages is also very important. It helps to keep the relationship alive. When the relationship is no longer new and the romantic phase starts to end, the “feel-good” hormones start to decrease. We get more comfortable with our relationship and with each other. This has benefits, but it also can lead to a decrease in our desire for intimacy with our partner. Intimacy takes a back seat, playfulness decreases and we focus on other things.  We can start to take the relationship and each other for granted. We stop “dating” each other. We don’t put as much effort into the relationship.  We may feel like we no longer need to flirt, but the opposite is true. When the relationship is no longer new and the romantic phase starts to end, the “feel-good” hormones start to decrease. Flirting can trigger those “feel-good” hormones that we had in the beginning of the relationship. It is important to remember why we fell in love in the first place. Men who are not flirted with are not as happy. Men need to be happy in a relationship in order to want to stay. Ladies, this is a great way to show your guy how much you care about him and how much you desire him!  Guys, it tells your lady that you would choose her again as your mate and that you still find her attractive and sexy. This is so important in creating an unstoppable relationship!  It will have the added benefit of making you both feel more alive, and it is fun!  We need this kind of fun and playfulness in our relationships. Men who are not flirted with are not as happy. Flirting with your partner can a look a little different than when you first met. It can be more overt in nature and more risqué! Feel free to flirt in any way that you and your partner are both comfortable with. Here are a few suggestions! Flirting with your spouse: • Smile and look at your partner with that “look” that says “I want you; you are mine.” • Use lingering touch, but this can be more risqué than when you are dating. • A kiss hello or good-bye but instead of a quick kiss, make it a lingering one. • Comment about how nice your partner looks. • Tease them, but make sure they are enjoying it as well. Be careful not to go overboard.  • Text them during the day to build anticipation and let them know what you have on your mind. This can be as subtle or as obvious as you both are comfortable with. Remember that flirting comes in a lot of different forms, but the most important thing is to keep it light and playful. With dating, keep it simple and enjoyable.  With long-term relationships, learn what your partner likes, and use it to your advantage.  Use flirting to make the next move in dating or to keep the sparks flying in your relationship! &#160; Lori Ann Davis MA, CRS Author, Certified Relationship Specialist, radio host www.lorianndavis.com]]></description>
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		<title>Creating Memories Together</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2015 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lori  Ann Davis]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Best Thing About MEMORIES …..is making them. “We don’t remember days, we remember moments.” Cesare Pavese I was driving in the car the other day with my two young daughters in the back seat. They were listening to the radio and singing along to one of the songs. All of a sudden my youngest stops and says, “I need to make memories so later in life I can remember how good my life was.”  I instantly realized how profound this statement was. I knew this would be a blog topic! How often do we get caught up in life and just function on autopilot?  Do you spend most of your time thinking about what has to be done and maybe even feeling overwhelmed by all your responsibilities? I know I do sometimes. It really does require making a conscious choice to really live life and not just get swept up in life. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, I am reminded once again of how important small things are in our lives. These small things create moments that we remember forever. Our lives are made up of a series of memories. You create those memories each and every day. What memories will you choose to create?  What kind of life will you have to remember?  Can you take some time out each day to create those memories?  It doesn’t have to take much time. I still remember reading to my oldest daughter every night before she went to sleep. She is now grown but still remembers those times and the books we read together. Now we sneak in moments of watching TV in my bed at night whenever we can.  It reminds us of those times when she was young and those good memories.  I am carrying on this same tradition with my younger girls. Ending our day with some quality time together is important to us.  What things can you do today and each day to create happy memories? My grandmother had a notebook and she would write down things that made her smile or cute things I did or said as a child.  This was her book of happy memories with me. She gave me this book when I was grown and I still have it. I can go back and read about all the wonderful times I had with a great lady. She is no longer with us in person, but her book of memories is. I wrote a blog recently called, What Our Children Really Need. One of the needs is quality time with us. This creates memories for us and our children but it also instills in them a sense of security and a knowing that they are important. They remember this for a lifetime, not just a moment. Creating special moments with our children is very important but so is creating special moments with our partner, our friends, and ourselves. We neglect that last one sometimes. Remember that in order to be able to give to others, you need to take care of yourself. What we focus on in life is what creates our experiences and the life we lead. I teach clients how to change their thoughts and beliefs so they can change their lives. My suggestion to you is to start making memories today that will help you remember what a great life you had. This is how you create a great life today! Lori Ann Davis, MA, CRS &#160; &#160;]]></description>
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