“Healthy connection can’t happen without emotional and physical safety.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth There is a dangerous notion that harshness, reactivity, intense anger, intimidation, and even rage, are okay responses to upsets and conflict. These responses are not okay—in your home, on the job, or in the world. Verbal or physical attacks are harmful, abusive, and damaging—in […]
Give the Gift of Love and Grace This Holiday Season
“Often, the best gifts don’t cost a cent. Give the gift of love and grace this holiday season.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth The holiday season is a mixed blessing for so many. Whether you celebrate Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, (fill-in-the-blank), or nothing at all, this season can be a source of celebration and joy or a difficult reminder […]
If You’re Unhappy, Change Your Moves
“Doing the same thing expecting different results will leave you disappointed every time. If you’re unhappy, change your moves.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth A great definition of insanity is “Doing the same behaviors over and over again, expecting different results.” People do the same things in relationships all the time—even when that behavior harms them. In affairs, […]
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