Jan 20, 2026
“Waiting for someone to “see the light” and change their behavior keeps everyone stuck.” ~LMB The number of families cowering, ducking, and silencing to a reactive adult is more than most people can imagine. Many families are tip-toing around the men in...
Jan 5, 2026
“Standing up to harmful behavior is as necessary in your home as it is on the job and in the world.” ~LMB Last week’s post talked about Standing Where Others Cower. This week’s post shares how to do this. The daily toxic messaging spewing from...
Aug 18, 2025
“Giving your spouse an “allowance” sets up a parent-child dynamic every time. Financially partner, don’t control.” ~LMB Managing money responsibly is not for the faint of heart. Balancing saving with spending on your own is hard enough; throw another...
Mar 31, 2025
“Managing others’ emotions robs them and harms you.” ~LMB Every time you silence yourself to avoid your partner’s blow-up, lie to keep others from feeling sad, tiptoe around someone’s rage, or brush off a hurt to avoid a loved one’s defensiveness, you are...
Feb 24, 2025
“Compassion fosters relationships and caring nations. Extend it beyond your circle.” ~LMB The greatest need for human beings is the need for love and belonging. Compassion is vital to getting these needs met. Compassion allows you to connect with the experiences of...
Feb 17, 2025
“When everything around you feels amiss, focus on getting grounded.” ~LMB Life is a roller coaster of ups and downs, filled with ecstatic joys and tremendous hardships. These fluctuations can occur in relationships, careers, or the broader political and emotional...
