Jan 6, 2025 | Accountability, Conflict and Difficult Conversations, People Pleasing, Radically New Relationships
“The burden of forgiveness should lie with the one causing the harm. Earn forgiveness; do not demand it.” ~LMB There is immense societal pressure to “forgive” others—especially those who have caused the most harm. What you rarely hear, however, is the expectation that...
Dec 9, 2024 | Conflict and Difficult Conversations, People Pleasing, Radically New Relationships, Relationships
“The saying, “Better the devil you know than the devil you don’t,” keeps many women in unhappy relationships.” ~LMB The belief in “better the devil you know than the devil you don’t” is a powerful force that keeps many women stuck. Sally, for example, is in a...
Dec 2, 2024 | Men, Radically New Relationships
“True strength and connection lie in building compassion—not in shutting it down. Always build.” ~LMB Every day, I hear men express how they struggle with talking about their feelings while the women in their lives share a profound sense of...
Nov 25, 2024 | Family Relationships, Friends, Holidays, Radically New Culture, Radically New Relationships
The political climate in the US is particularly hostile this year, making this holiday season incredibly challenging for many families. The divide has strained relationships, resulting in uninvited guests, declined invitations, and even complete silence between loved...
Oct 28, 2024 | Communication, Conflict and Difficult Conversations, Radically New Relationships, Relationships
Ignoring the pink elephant in the living room makes the living room uninhabitable over time. ~LMB The “pink elephant” phenomenon is a common term used in the field of addiction that speaks to the frequent pattern of minimizing the seriousness of a...
Oct 15, 2024 | Accountability, Changing Me, Changes We, Marriage, Radically New Relationships, Romantic Relationships
“Saving your marriage requires changing the behaviors that caused its downfall.” ~LMB A common mistake when trying to win back a spouse is bringing them flowers, writing them heartfelt notes, or sending long e-mails professing your love. Sadly, unless your...
