May 7, 2007
Relationships are hard even for the healthiest of individuals; for those who don’t dare to look at their own faults, edges, or dysfunctions, they’re near impossible. Getting out of your own way requires that you know where you go awry. In order to know where you go...
May 3, 2007
I just had someone send me a link to an open forum regarding the Alec Balwin/Kim Bassinger fiasco. For those interested, the link is: http://www.convinceme.net/viewOpenDebate.php?dib=1245 After reading many of the comments I thought I’d weigh in from the standpoint of...
Apr 29, 2007
There are times in life, and in relationships, when we just need to, figuratively, check out. We need a little down time, perhaps a bit of an escape, and just want a break from…well, from everything and everyone. As long as it’s not for too long and it is done...
Apr 5, 2007
I just read a post on another blog about the importance of loving your partner unconditionally. I couldn’t disagree more on this point. The idea that you should love your partner no matter what s/he does to you is absurd and dangerous thinking I believe. As parents we...
Apr 2, 2007
I received a comment on my post titled “Abusive Relationships” and thought it might be helpful for people who might be involved in an abusive relationship to read. So here’s the comment and below is my response. Anonymous wrote: I’m in an abusive relationship...
Mar 16, 2007
After working with countless couples impacted by affairs, I’d like to clear up a common misunderstanding. The notion that it’s okay to go outside of your marriage to get your emotional and sexual needs met because they’re not getting met in the marriage…is a crazy...