May 24, 2010
In my work over the past seventeen years, I’ve run across many types of women. I’ve seen the stereotypical “nice” woman, who does anything she can to please her man and take care of the family. I’ve worked with the over-the–top aggressive woman who’s determined to...
May 13, 2010
A common complaint I hear about women (usually) is that they are critical — particularly mothers. Unfortunately when women are critical and/or perfectionistic, their loved ones grow tired of their negativity. It’s very tough to be around someone who is...
Apr 15, 2010
1. I know relationships can’t work if there’s violence from either party. 2. I know that covering up for an alcoholic or addict only prolongs the inevitable. Just because you pretend it’s not there, doesn’t mean it’s not there. 3. I know that if you never...
Apr 7, 2010
Sadly, many couples and families are impacted by alcoholism every day. As many people can attest, the damage caused by this addiction can be very long-lasting and far-reaching. The question many partners of alcoholics have is how long should they hang in there...
Mar 11, 2010
I recently was given a great bookmark from my husband on building a great community. The bookmark had a long list of suggested moves a person could make. It led me to think about creating a similar one for relationships. I often talk to audiences about the power of...
Mar 9, 2010
A reader requested that I write a blog regarding the old saying Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me. I can’t tell you how many times I repeated this very saying when I was a kid as a quick comeback. I thought that the more I said it,...
