Jul 3, 2011
Most of us love a fun celebration especially when there are good friends, good food and fun times. This July 4th, remember to keep it fun and be moderate and smart with your celebration. Things to remember: 1. Drink responsibly. There’s nothing like alcohol to...
Jun 27, 2011
Below is a post from my new blog http://lmerlobooth.typepad.com/straight_talk_4_women/Enjoy! I just read an article by Andrea Lee about 8 things she tries to live by. It got me thinking about what my 8 things were. Here’s what I came up with. I challenge you to do...
Jun 23, 2011
A common union I see in couples is a very strong woman partnered with a fairly passive man. The men often say their partners are overbearing, controlling, intense, critical and never satisfied. The women say the men don’t talk, are walled off, often...
May 26, 2011
With the most recent royal wedding, I seem to have new marriages on my mind. I’ve been thinking, in particular, about the new family dynamics that occur whenever a new marriage takes place. We’ve all heard horrifying in-law stories throughout the years and some of...
May 5, 2011
I’m struck by how much people don’t say. They hint, insinuate, tiptoe, sugar coat, say half-truths, silence, manipulate, annihilate, etc., yet few actually directly state (respectfully) what’s going on for them. When I talk with clients about saying things directly,...
Mar 10, 2011
For as long as I can remember, there has seemed to be a pull for people to stay out of other people’s business. I hear, “That’s none of my/your business” all the time. For example: • One client comes into my office and says she saw her friend’s husband kissing...
