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Ladies: Manage Your Expectations

Friday, November 20, 2009 - 2:00 PM

by Joel S. Randell

ESSENCE.com's blog "It's a Man's World," which looks at the world of dating through the eyes of an eligible bachelor, this week explores the question: "Why are so many Black women single?" Our male blogger has his theories.

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Frisky Friday: Too Tired for Sex?

Friday, November 20, 2009 - 7:50 AM

Think you're just too tired to bump and grind? Ironically, sex can actually help you sleep. It also helps to relieve stress and to bring you closer to your partner, Laurie Mints, Ph.D, psychologist and author of 'A Tired Woman's Guide to Passionate Sex.'

Mintz gave us a few pointers on how to get back your mojo when you're too pooped to perform.

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No More Drama: 10 Tips for Making Female Friends

Thursday, November 19, 2009 - 12:50 PM

by Bobbi Misick

If we had a dollar for every time we heard we heard a woman say, "I don't get along well with other girls," we'd probably be vacationing somewhere exotic and exclusive right now instead of writing this story. It's true. We can be downright nasty to other ladies. Want proof? Look no further than 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta.' The name-calling, back-stabbing and physical confrontations are excellent, however amplified, examples of how we tear each other down. And while NeNe and Kim's blow-up has been reduced to a simmer, we can expect the Housewives' ego jabs to continue in the next season.

If you're finding it difficult to warm up to other women, here are ten helpful tips for making friends with other chicks.

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Bridal Bliss

Bridal Bliss: Dana And Matt Ware

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 - 10:40 AM

by Bobbi Misick

Arizona Cardinals defensive back Matt Ware met his lady luck Dana when they were just high school seniors and the athletic couple began going steady at the beginning of their freshman year at UCLA. Dana dishes about her fairy tale wedding to her college sweetheart.

View photos from Matt and Dana's magical day.

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Breaking Up: When Celebrity Couples Call It Quits

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 - 1:45 PM

by Bobbi Misick

Usher and Tameka, Toni and Keri, now Shaq and Shaunie--November has been a big month for celebrity break-up news, Relationships expert Lauren Lake weighs in on why famous marriages fail, on the O'neals public split and what's best for the kids. Plus, we take you through some of the Biggest Celebrity Divorces.

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10 Signs That He's a Cheater And Triflin'

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 - 12:05 PM

'Momlogic,' the news and information site for Moms, posted 10 surefire signs--taken from one woman's actual marriage--that point to a cheating husband. This lady's scoundrel of a spouse seems pretty dirty and rotten.

We're especially fond of: "When you just gave birth to your first child via C-section and your husband tells you he 'has to work," and "When your husband posts on his Facebook page that he is engaged to some chick named Stacey." Ouch.

Get the full list on 'Momlogic'

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Eye Candy of the Week: Will Demps

Monday, November 16, 2009 - 7:10 AM

by Demetria L. Lucas

Swoon! Sexy Will Demps is a former NFL defensive back for the Houston Texans. Check out this athlete-turned-model's chiseled face and hard body for a Monday morning treat.

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10 Ways the Recession Can Strengthen Your Relationship

Monday, November 16, 2009 - 7:05 AM

by Yolanda Sangweni

There's a lot of talk about how to recession-proof your relationship. But just because the economy is shaky doesn't mean your relationship has to be as well. Find out how these uncertain times can bring the certainty (and spice) back to your relationship.

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Frisky Fridays: Ten Foods To Turn You On

Friday, November 13, 2009 - 11:45 AM

by Bobbi Misick

Dinner and a movie, picnics in the park, breakfast in bed: food plays a major role in our relationships. A romantic dinner with your man can provide more than just stimulating conversation and a food coma. These ten titillating foods can help lead you from the table to the bedroom and beyond.

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Love The Man, Hate His Ways

Thursday, November 12, 2009 - 7:00 AM

by Bobbi Misick

He's perfect! Well, almost. What happens when you love your man, but can't stand some of the things he does? If you want to make it work, here are ways to get him to stop talking with his mouth full, cursing like a sailor, wearing that awful t-shirt from his college days, and more.

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