Aug 30, 2006
I cannot tell you how many times people point fingers at their partner’s behaviors and minimize their own. They may take a slight glance or a minimal peak at their part however, what they really have their eyes on is what their partner’s are doing. Inevitably they are...
Aug 25, 2006
Okay, I know that it is not uncommon for men to stare or make comments about women’s looks/body parts. I must say, however, that part of me that thought this was more often done by a certain type of man—crude and the stereo-typical “man’s-man”. I know, call me naïve,...
Aug 6, 2006
If you have a problem with someone, go to the source. If you have nothing else to talk about, make it a point to read up on current events or talk about your own life. Gossiping is a way of keeping distance. If we are talking about someone else, we’re not sharing...
Jul 7, 2006
For those of you who are serious about personal and relational growth I have found a great book. The author is Debbie Ford and the title is “The Dark Side of the Light Chasers.” Her writing is clear, concise, and enlightening. The book looks at our “shadow”, the...
Jun 15, 2006
Daily stresses can pull us out of relationship with our family in an instant. Before we know it we’re snapping at the kids, being short with our partners and bringing a black cloud into our home. Read this story as a reminder to leave your work problems at the door…or...
May 23, 2006
Okay so I have realized that one of my “shadows” as Debbie Ford calls them, is being irresponsible. Yes, I know it sounds horrible and I’m not proud of it, however it’s true. I struggle with sending thank-you cards, birthday cards, calling people back in a timely...
