Aug 6, 2006
If you have a problem with someone, go to the source. If you have nothing else to talk about, make it a point to read up on current events or talk about your own life. Gossiping is a way of keeping distance. If we are talking about someone else, we’re not sharing...
Aug 1, 2006
A few posts ago I wrote about the protective aspect of boundaries. The second part of your boundary is the containing part. Your containing boundary helps to contain your reactions and responses to people and situations. Its key job is to protect others and the world...
Jul 28, 2006
A friend was telling me a story about her daughter. She said her daughter had a friend who lived in her neighborhood and went to her school. When the two were at home, her friend was nice to her and fun to play with. When they were at school, this friend was...
Jun 28, 2006
Boundaries in Relationships (Part I) I believe the two most pivotal skills for being in healthy relationships are boundaries and self-esteem. They are the foundation from which everything else flourishes. This post is going to address boundaries. Because boundaries...
Jun 25, 2006
I never realized how much my emotional health would impact my children–until I had them. I used to think that setting good limits and providing guidance, love, and nurturance would be enough. I’m realizing that it’s a good start but it’s not enough. You see, I...
May 23, 2006
Okay so I have realized that one of my “shadows” as Debbie Ford calls them, is being irresponsible. Yes, I know it sounds horrible and I’m not proud of it, however it’s true. I struggle with sending thank-you cards, birthday cards, calling people back in a timely...
