Being in a relationship should mean having a partner who is also your equal. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.

When the scales are out of balance, it’s only a matter of time until the relationship is left teetering on the edge of a breakup. If you suspect your partner may be taking advantage of you, it’s time to face the facts.

In the game of attraction, opposite genders usually have their personal preferences of what makes the other attractive. 

Some prefer physical attributes while others prefer traits that are more than skin-deep. Here are some features and traits that women find attractive in men.

Men have revealed the real reason why they cheat on their partners, and it’s not what many women might expect.

Many people assume that cheaters look for a bit on the side because they are bored with their stale relationship, but that may not be the case for most cheaters.

Many people think running a marathon or climbing a mountain is an endurance test but compared to marriage, they are a child’s play.

This is because whereas a marathon or climbing a mountain has a known finish line, marriage is ‘till death do us part’. You never know when it will be over and trying to make it to the finish line is the hardest thing you can ever do.

Giving a hug is a wonderful expression of your feelings about that special girl in your life. Research done at the University of North Carolina found that hugging not only lowers blood pressure, but increases levels of the relaxing hormone oxytocin in women.

Hugging isn't rocket science, but you should consider a few things when you want to give her the perfect hug.

When you really like someone, sometimes you can’t help but constantly look for signs he or she is into you. 

However, all too often, your excitement can start to cloud your judgement, making you believe you’re in a relationship when you’re really not.

Human nature is selfish and competitive. We fight for what we want, when and how we want it. If our needs are not met, we tend to blame it  on others.

You may ignore the lump in your eye and criticise the speck in your lover’s. If anything goes wrong, you tend to blame it on your lover because you think you are always right and your lover is always wrong.

Many relationships are guided by advice from experts that allow them to succeed and thrive.

People who heed such advice the right way can enjoy a more meaningful and long lasting relationships.

Whether you believe in the concept of soul mates or not, most would agree there are some people who affect you so intensely they take your breath away.

It’s an overwhelming feeling that you just can’t shake. Meeting the person you were meant to be with can disrupt your world in such a way that it can completely engulf you.

Marriage is the most difficult work you could ever do in your life. A husband is traditionally expected to be the leader, protector and provider while the woman is expected to be the homemaker.

Do you know if your relationship is worth continuing? Wisdom in this arena involves a deep understanding of who you are and what you need from another person.

Being a wise dater also means recognising when it’s time to end a relationship and move on. If both you and the person you’re dating agree that your relationship is casual, informal, and not likely to lead to anything serious, a decision about continuing to go out together is not critical.

The way to a woman’s heart may be as simple as listening, laughing and a sweet gesture. 

Here’s what the women we spoke with revealed…

Our maker who is love made us in His image and also as social beings. He, therefore, puts something in us that makes us love and be loved as we make time for our lovers. 

Love, among others, improves how you feel about yourself and, therefore, improves the quality of life.

Folks, don't imagine that you are better or perfect, merely because the one you are in a relationship with is not complaining about your excesses as much as you do about his/hers.

Once you’ve found the love of your life, you may begin to wonder how to keep the passion alive. 

If you desire to strengthen your love, there are a few steps you can take to keep your relationship fresh.

Relationship and marital problems are not that uncommon. They come in all shapes and sizes. If you are feeling disconnected or alone in your relationship, you are not alone. The divorce rate is almost 50 percent. This should tell you something.

As a Marriage & Family Therapist and a trained Gottman Couples Therapist, I can tell you that I've seen a lot of problems. My knowledge has allowed me to help many couples through difficult times. I've found that the small things make a BIG difference in a relationship.

My “Stop, Drop, and Roll” technique is the tried and true, all-time favourite method for avoiding relationship Groundhog Day (the insanity of doing the same thing over and over expecting a different result), which is what we do when we make impulsive, unconscious choices like calling an ex when we know better. 

Learning this skill is not only effective but, according to scientific studies, developing delayed gratification skills has been associated with success in all areas of life. It works just like a fire drill! 

Whether you’ve been with a woman for a few years or your relationship is still new, it’s necessary to demonstrate your appreciation once in a while. 

Here are a few ways to show you care and light a fire that will make her want to be with only you.