Many of us grow up thinking that “vulnerable” is a dirty word and a sign of weakness. We’re taught we have to protect ourselves and be safe from physical and emotional harm by holding back our true feelings. We don’t want to hurt the other …
Is Being Vulnerable a Sign of Weakness or Power? Read More »
Are you making this classic mistake in your relationship? Some people ignore the “danger signs” in their relationship for far too long. That’s exactly what Hal did… In fact he did it for 10 years. Now he’s asking us for help–but is it too late? …
Relationship Danger Signs and How to Benefit From Them… Read More »
As Judy mulled over what her sister had said, she felt hurt and very angry. In planning a family reunion on zoom, her sister who Judy had always been close to… Abruptly told Judy that she didn’t care what happened at the reunion and left …
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Have you or your partner ever used these phrases and then expected the other person to talk about a subject… “You should have. . .” “You could have . . .” “Why didn’t you . . .” “You never (or always)…” and “If only you’d …
How to Stop Blame and Criticism When Your Relationship’s At Stake… Read More »
As Otto left for the home improvement store with measuring tape in hand, I cringed. I thought his idea for how to anchor the banister to the wall leading to the top floor of our home would look like people who didn’t know what they …
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As the paralyzing fear of confrontation built inside her, Paula found herself once again lying to her husband. She knew it was wrong, but couldn’t stop doing what she’d done her whole life with everyone she’d been close to. When she sensed the other person …
When it comes to relationships, if there’s one issue that stands out as a major problem and one that can be changed with a little understanding, it’s this… The way you talk to each other. It’s not only the words you say, but it’s the …
Sometimes and in some situations, it IS uncomfortable opening up about your feelings–to yourself as well as to other people. You may not even want to feel certain feelings–but you do. Whether it’s that you love someone, have fallen out of love with someone, there’s …
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As I’m writing this, in two days I’m turning 60. For some reason, I’ve made it up in my mind that “60” doesn’t mean what a lot of people think 60 means. I’ve been thinking of it as a time of rebirth. A time of …
Bad behavior can of course mean something different for each one of us. And you can experience it from family members, co-workers, friendships or the person behind you in line at the grocery store. It can mean: –Consistently putting dirty dishes in the sink instead …
Bad Behavior in Relationships–How Much Should You Put Up With? Read More »
