“Great relationships feel good to come home to.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Countless people wonder if the relationship they’re in is the “right” one. They ask themselves questions like: Did they choose the “right” person? Do they make enough money? Are they motivated enough? Do they have the potential to be successful? Are they attractive, kind, funny, […]
Do No Harm and Allow No Harm to Be Done
“Do no harm and allow no harm to be done.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth There is an underlying belief in many people that aggression, bullying, shaming, yelling, or intimidating is okay if you don’t like someone’s behavior. You may think that it’s okay to snap at your partner for forgetting the milk. Perhaps you believe that if […]
Turning a Blind Eye to Harmful Behavior Is Being Complicit to That Behavior
“Rationalizing, defending, covering up, denying, and turning a blind eye to harmful behavior is being complicit to that behavior. Don’t ever be complicit.” ~LMB When you explain away, justify, or turn your back on harmful acts, you open the door for those acts to continue and to worsen. Each time you do any of the […]
Every Ending Brings With It a New Beginning
“Every ending brings with it a new beginning. May 2021 be a spectacular new beginning to a much-needed wonderful year.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Happy New Year! I can’t think of another year where so many people worldwide were more excited to get out of than 2020. Far too many people lost loved ones, jobs, businesses, and their health […]
With Every New Year Comes the Opportunity to Begin Again
“With every New Year comes the opportunity to begin again. Take this opportunity and run with it.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth This past year has been a tough one for many people, if not most. Far too many families have lost jobs, loved ones, and daily connections. People of all ages feel isolated, anxious, and depressed for […]
Take the Time to Soak the Holiday Season In
“Renewed energy and hope often come with the holidays and the arrival of a new year: May you experience both this holiday season.” ~ Lisa Merlo-Booth The holiday season is a time for family, love, rest, and celebration. Take the time to enjoy your time off. Reconnect in whatever safe way possible with your loved […]
Take Radical Responsibility for Your Life and Relationships
“Blaming your reactions, choices, or life circumstances on others is a disempowering move. Take radical responsibility for your life and relationships.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Blaming others for your anger, upset, situation, etc., is going to keep you stuck. The more you convince yourself that others ‘make’ you mad, ruined your life, pushed you into an affair, or […]
Speak Your Wants and Needs Directly to Those You Love
“In every healthy relationship, it is your job to speak your mind, not the responsibility of others to read your mind.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Do you get upset when your loved ones don’t do or say something that you believe they should? When your partner doesn’t notice you’re upset or give you a hug when you […]
How to Master Accountability
“’Love is never having to say you’re sorry,’ is a ridiculous saying. Repairing the hurt you’ve contributed to or caused is one of the most courageous and loving acts you can do. Own your actions, apologize for any harm as a result, and repair the damage.” ~LMB Humanity is imperfect. You are imperfect. There will […]
Gratitude Helps Make the Hard Times Easier
“Even in the toughest of times, take a moment to be grateful for small gifts. Gratitude helps make the hard times easier.” ~LMB Thanksgiving in the United States is a time when people create their menus, take time off, and plan to enjoy a delicious meal with those closest to them. However, this Thanksgiving is different […]
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