Nov 27, 2006
I have long struggled with putting words to what it takes to be in a healthy relationship. I’ve talked about being respectful, being tender, being kind, cherishing, loving etc., but nothing to date, has really hit the mark for me…until Sunday. Yes, I must say, I was...
Nov 15, 2006
Recently, my colleague and I ran a family of origin workshop. Again and again, the participants would start by saying that their childhood wasn’t that bad. If they were hit by a belt, they would explain that was what was done back then. If there was no affection, they...
Oct 2, 2006
I continue to see rage impacting more families than I care to report. I see it in many families I work with, as well as in families I know personally. In all the families, it takes its toll. Some people however, wouldn’t call what’s going on in their homes “rage”. In...
Sep 8, 2006
I believe parenting is one of the most difficult jobs in the world. If you’re not a parent then you have no idea. If you are a parent then I’m betting you know exactly what I’m talking about. I remember when I used to work with families before I had children of my...
Jul 28, 2006
A friend was telling me a story about her daughter. She said her daughter had a friend who lived in her neighborhood and went to her school. When the two were at home, her friend was nice to her and fun to play with. When they were at school, this friend was...
Jun 25, 2006
I never realized how much my emotional health would impact my children–until I had them. I used to think that setting good limits and providing guidance, love, and nurturance would be enough. I’m realizing that it’s a good start but it’s not enough. You see, I...
