Jan 16, 2006
Several years ago I began paying attention to all the things I did not say to people. I watched as I silenced myself, lied, rationalized, spoke half-truths or told the truth in such a “nice” way that I wasn’t even sure any more what “truth” I was trying to speak. I...
Jan 12, 2006
One day I was working with a couple and while the husband was talking, his wife interrupted him several times. After about the third time he turned to her and said, “Would you shut up and let me speak!” She immediately became angry. He attempted to continue until I...
Jan 9, 2006
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...
Dec 26, 2005
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,...
Dec 13, 2005
I am struck by how often women silence their voices under the guise of not wanting to “make waves,” “cause conflict” or be a “bitch.” So instead, they often tell people what they think the listeners want to hear to their face, and then either speak their true thoughts...
