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Are you doing this everywhere?

Are you doing this everywhere?

Apr 2, 2024 | Radically New Culture, Relationship Violence

“I’m not violent; I don’t believe in killing people, but standing up for yourself, speaking out against injustice, is another form of vengeance.” ~Eva Gabrielsson It takes a village… Watch the news for a mere ten minutes, and you will become...
Is Aggression and Emotional Volatility in Women Okay?

Is Aggression and Emotional Volatility in Women Okay?

Feb 26, 2024 | Anger, Radically New Culture

“Aggression, intimidation, and emotional volatility are no more okay for men than for women.” ~LMB Many people hear statements like the one above and quickly dismiss them, saying there is a double standard for men and women regarding anger. They say men can rage,...
You Do What You Do Because You Choose To; Choose Wisely

You Do What You Do Because You Choose To; Choose Wisely

Feb 5, 2024 | Accountability, Radically New Culture, Self Empowerment

“You do what you do because you choose to; choose wisely.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Do you ever tell yourself that you do what you do because others make you? Perhaps you think you yell because your partner doesn’t listen, or you shut down because your partner...
The Long-Term Damage of Revenge on Your Life and Relationships

The Long-Term Damage of Revenge on Your Life and Relationships

Jan 29, 2024 | Anger, Changing Me, Changes We, Radically New Culture, Self Empowerment

“Sweet revenge” is only sweet for a moment; The long-term damage of revenge, however, can last a lifetime. ~LMB Much of the world’s violence is the result of revenge and retaliation. In your hurt and anger, you often want to lash back at the person who has...
Be Sure You Are Giving and Receiving in Your Life

Be Sure You Are Giving and Receiving in Your Life

Jan 22, 2024 | Changing Me, Changes We, Radically New Culture, Radically New Relationships, Radically New Teams, Self Empowerment

“You cannot create a strong foundation in your home, on the job, or in the world, without reciprocity. Be sure you are giving and receiving in your life.” ~ Lisa Merlo-Booth Without reciprocity, relationships struggle. When humane kindness, respect, and...
How Protecting Harmful Behavior Fuels the Cycle

How Protecting Harmful Behavior Fuels the Cycle

Dec 11, 2023 | Radically New Culture, Self Empowerment, Women's Empowerment

“Your protection quickly becomes your complicity when what you protect is harmful; don’t be complicit.” ~LMB Ideally, protection aims to stop the harmful behavior done to an often weaker, more vulnerable “target.” Hurtful behavior occurs...
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