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Who Has The Hotter Date

Posted on March 23, 2026 (June 15, 2026) by Ray Valenzuela

When is the last time that you took your spouse on a date? I mean an actual date that you planned, make reservations, put on a clean shirt and got them flowers? When is the last time your spouse felt loved and excited to go on a date with you? When is the last time […]

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Write the damn thing down

Posted on March 17, 2026 (March 17, 2026) by Ray Valenzuela

42%! That is the percentage that you are more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down. Research, including a well-known study by Dr. Gail Matthews at Dominican University, found that people who wrote down their goals were significantly more likely to achieve them than those who kept them only in their heads. […]

7 DAY SEX CHALLENGE

Posted on March 9, 2026 (March 9, 2026) by Ivy Holguin

Let’s talk about sex baby! Let’s talk about you and me! Let’s talk about all the good things that salt and Pepper have in their lyrics. OK, I know that you read the title and said not way or are you serious or this man is crazy. When I mention this to my couples some […]

3-Hour Rule In A Relationship

Posted on March 2, 2026 (August 3, 2026) by Ivy Holguin

Home› Blog› 3-Hour Rule in a Relationship Connection, independence, and balance Can Six Intentional Hours Improve Your Relationship? The 3-hour rule in a relationship, often called the 3×3 rule, asks each partner to protect three hours of quality time together and three hours of individual time every week. It is a simple way to make […]

Is Confidence a Skill or Personality Trait

Posted on February 24, 2026 (July 22, 2026) by Ray Valenzuela

Is confidence a skill that can be learned, or is it a personality trait that some people naturally possess? Although personality can influence how comfortable someone appears in certain situations, confidence is not limited to people who are naturally outgoing, social, or fearless. When people ask, “Is confidence a skill?” the answer is that confidence […]

Do You Know Why You Procrastinate- It is Not What You Think

Posted on February 16, 2026 (February 16, 2026) by Ivy Holguin

We are guilty of it. We all do it from time to time. The real question that we should be asking ourselves is why do we do it at all? The famous proverb by English poet Edward Young wrote “Procrastination is the thief of time”. Procrastination steals valuable, irreplaceable time, leading to missed opportunities, increased […]

The Brain of a CEO

Posted on February 9, 2026 (August 3, 2026) by Ray Valenzuela

Home› Blog› The Brain of a CEO Focus, decisions, and sustainable leadership Why Strong CEOs Protect Time to Think A CEO’s day can become a continuous stream of messages, meetings, decisions, and urgent requests. When every issue receives immediate attention, the leader may stay busy while losing the mental space required for strategy. CEO mindset […]

What does self-respect look like to you

Posted on February 3, 2026 (February 3, 2026) by Ray Valenzuela

I want you to stop for a minute and answer me this question – “What does self-respect look like to you”? What are some of the things that immediately popped into your head? Now, think of all the things that you defined self-respect to look like and tell me, are you practicing self-respect for yourself? […]

Are You Ready To Re-Wire Your Brain?

Posted on January 26, 2026 (January 26, 2026) by Ray Valenzuela

Did you know that feeling grateful can re-wire your brain to be happy and think positively. According to a study by Dr. Alex Korb PhD, being grateful changes your brain chemistry by activating the brainstem region that produces dopamine. In his book “The Upward Spiral” Korb talks about how feeling down can feel like a […]

What Are Personal Boundaries and What Do They Look Like

Posted on January 19, 2026 (August 3, 2026) by Ray Valenzuela

Home› Blog› Personal Boundaries in Relationships Clear limits, mutual respect, and healthier connection What Personal Boundaries Look Like in Everyday Relationships Personal boundaries in relationships are the limits that communicate what you are comfortable with, what you need, and how you will respond when a limit is crossed. They can protect your physical space, emotional […]