I was just sent this e-mail and enjoyed the life and relational tips so I am passing it on. Hope you enjoy it… In April, Maya Angelou was interviewed by Oprah on her 70+ birthday. Maya Angelou said this: “I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go […]
Rules of Engagement
Below are my 10 cornerstones for creating healthy relationships. I hope you find them as helpful in your life as I have found them in mine. LMB’S RELATIONAL CORNERSTONES 1.Treat loved ones lovingly. The important people in your life will know you cherish them, when you treat them as if you do. Be loving in […]
LISTENING IS PIVOTAL
Listening is a pivotal skill in relationships. When we do it well, it can create a soul-nourishing moment; when we do it poorly, it can wreak havoc. The reason it is so pivotal is because human beings like to be heard. We believe we have something important to say and we want others to listen. […]
COUPLES AT A DISTANCE
A common complaint I hear from couples is they feel distant. Overall, things are okay, no fights, no big issues, no major upsets – just a void. They report feeling more like roommates than lovers. Subsequently, they question their relationship saying although they love each other, perhaps they are not “in love” with each other. […]
Happy New Year!
Here it is again, that time of year when we make promises to ourselves about all the things we are going to do this year: lose weight, be more organized, clean up our finances ect. As I was sitting down thinking about my own “resolutions” throughout the years, I realized that seldom did I make […]
WHAT IS YOUR “EDGE”?
In my work with couples again and again, I hear each person discuss in great detail the flaws and problems of their partner. Seldom do I hear someone say, “You know this is what I have to work on in this relationship. This is where I take us off course.” Instead, I hear something like […]
THE POWER OF WORDS (Cornerstone #2)
Cornerstone 2. Use your words to build others up, not tear them down. I believe that people underestimate the power of words everyday. Whether it is a kind word shared with love or mean words thrown in anger, words have impact. Kind words can soothe a person’s heart, raise a person’s spirit or bring a […]
Cornerstone 2: Use Your Words to Build Others Up, Not Tear Them Down
Cornerstone 2. Use your words to build others up, not tear them down. I believe that people underestimate the power of words everyday. Whether it is a kind word shared with love or mean words thrown in anger, words have impact. Kind words can soothe a person’s heart, raise a person’s spirit or bring a […]
HOLIDAY TIPS
After returning home from a full day of shopping, I am reminded of how stressful the holiday season can be for families. If we’re not careful, we can easily forget that the holidays are a “joyous” occasion filled with love, laughter and “good tidings.” With this in mind, here are some tips for this holiday: […]
RELATIONSHIPS ARE HARD WORK
The idea that relationships should be easy is a crazy idea that I am convinced was made up by some Hollywood producer to help the movies sell. The reality is that relationships are hard work and there’s no way to get around it. They can be the biggest joy in your life one day and […]