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Why My Relationship Failed, a Fantasy Bond Story

        We’ve all been there. Sitting alone, upset, rejected, wondering, “what the... >>

Three Ways We Make Communication Impossible

Strong communication is often said to be at the core of a solid relationship. But... >>

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What is a Fantasy Bond?

Dr. Robert Firestone on The Fantasy Bond

Courage, assertiveness, critical inner voice, vulnerability, Dr. Robert Firestone, Psychalive
A New Slant on Vulnerability: Courage Not Conformity

This blog contains excerpts from an interview with Dr. Robert Firestone by Fred Branfman, political... >>

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Why the Spark Fades in a Relationship

Countless couples complain of losing the “spark” in their relationship. Some chalk it up to... >>

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On Being Vulnerable: Part I

[This blog contains excerpts from an interview with Dr. Robert Firestone by Fred Branfman, political... >>

"I Do Until I Don’t" The Truth Behind Celebrity Marriage

Following in the steps of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries, Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher,... >>

Why Are We Hooked on Rejection?

You don’t need to be a psychologist to note the very harsh effects of a... >>

Real Love or a Fantasy Bond: The Appeal of the Twilight Saga

The latest Twilight movie “Breaking Dawn” is already breaking records. Young fans clamored and camped... >>

How Childhood Defenses Hurt Us As Adults

As adults, we are often asked to reflect on the positive influences, role models, and... >>