“Responding to someone’s upset by defending, explaining, or minimizing is a bad move every time. Change your moves.” ~LMB Defending your actions seems to have become the new “in” thing to do in relationships these days. The problem, however, is that defensiveness absolutely kills relationships. One of the most common struggles individuals have is defensiveness. If […]
Beware: 5 Relationship Accountability Show-stoppers
No matter how attractive, funny or charismatic your significant other maybe, if s/he has any of the five relationship accountability show-stoppers below, be warned that you are likely in for a very bumpy ride at best. 1. Defensiveness: Everyone gets defensive every now and then, however, some people get defensive anytime someone gives them feedback […]
Seeing Through the Lies: A Cheat Sheet (Part I)
At a time when lies, half-truths and finger pointing are rampant, it’s more important than ever to have a clear head. Our world today seems to be struggling with a crisis of honesty and integrity—starting at the top and trickling down to all levels of humanity. From political leaders to your next-door neighbor, lying seems […]
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