No matter how sure you are of your feelings for a man, it can be really daunting to say those three important words: "I love you." Perhaps you have been dating for a while and want to take things to the next level but don't know if the man feels the same way.

Deception by others can leave you feeling unsteady and confused.

In her article for Psychology Today, clinical psychologist Lisa Firestone aptly defines jealousy as an "overwhelming, possessed state of suspicion." This state of mind can add a great deal of unnecessary stress and tension to your relationship.

Divorces are lawsuits that require your husband notify you of the divorce filing. If your husband doesn't serve you with notice of the divorce, the divorce cannot proceed. If you and your husband reside in different states, that complicates this requirement.

Almost all divorces cost money, though some couples are eligible for free divorce filings whether or not the divorce is a short one. If you want a free divorce that goes as quickly as possible, you and your spouse must meet specific conditions.

A divorce is a civil action, in much the same way as is a lawsuit for damages. No decree of divorce will be considered legally valid unless your spouse was legally notified of the divorce proceedings.

Whether you want to run a successful business or maintain close ties to friends, family and love interests, effective communication is one important element to keep in mind. Effective communications involves more than just speaking, it involves active listening as well.

Lies crop up every once in a while in even the closest of friendships and relationships. Certain lies, however, such as those people use to hide acts of infidelity, can strain the relationship over time -- especially when the truth comes out.

Mothers have traditionally been viewed as the best caregiver for their children by the courts.

When you are shy, you experience everything from butterflies to extreme forms of nervousness and anxiety, such as headaches, nausea and perspiration. While shyness can be debilitating in many social situations, trying to talk to a guy you like can be like trying to give a speech in front of thousands of people.

The best thing you can do when you're in a bad relationship -- from one that causes you continual frustration to one that causes intense pain -- is to get out of it as quickly as possible. No one deserves to be hurt, whether that hurt comes in the form of neglect, emotional or physical abuse.

A second marriage can bring with it individual challenges that a first marriage doesn't. It's no surprise that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that the second marriage has approximately 28 to 50 percent chance of ending in separation or divorce.