If someone is treating us in a way that is disrespectful, and we do not place a boundary around that behavior, we are inviting them to keep treating us in the same way. This may lead to resentment in relationships. Read this article from HuffPost to learn a simple way to set difficult boundaries! Many years ago whilst working as a prison psychologist my boss would leave his ... Continue Reading
The Missing Piece in Intimate Communication
Open and honest communication is the most important aspect of intimacy for your romantic relationship with your partner. Ineffective communication can be a major hindrance not only to your intimacy, but also to your future together. Communication between partners Communication in a romantic relationship is more than just talking about your day or making plans for the weekend. ... Continue Reading
Communication: The Key to a Happy Relationship
Communication is not only the cornerstone of a happy relationship; it plays a key role in appreciating your partner's emotional needs and resolving issues. We never thought it would happen in our happy family. After all, our kids were raised the old fashioned way -- You take your vows and work through the challenges when they arise! But divorce did happen. I know firsthand ... Continue Reading
The Number One Thing for Healthy Relationships
What’s the single most important thing you can do to have healthy relationships? The single most important thing you can do is have one-on-one time get-togethers. When my children were young, I was not connecting with them as much as I wanted. I could not work out why we were not becoming closer, as I was in contact with them every week. So I went to a counselor and relayed ... Continue Reading
The Key to Feeling Loved in Your Relationships
Feeling loved puts a sparkle in your eye and a spring in your step. First, you must understand before you can be understood. This means you have to do a lot more listening and a lot less talking to find out what the other person is trying to say. Then when you know what that is, you can begin sharing your side of the coin. Have you ever tried responding with, “Tell me more,” ... Continue Reading