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Where Do I Stop and You Begin?
Often people talk with me about how upset they are because of the actions of others. They don't like the choices that their children make, are unhappy with the fact...
Where Do I Stop and You Begin?
Often people talk with me about how upset they are because of the actions of others. They don't like the choices that their children make, are unhappy with the fact...
Things You Probably Shouldn't Give on Valentine...
Gift-giving can be a tricky business. Often we go shopping with thoughts of what we would like instead of what would be most suitable for the recipient. Be careful. There...
Things You Probably Shouldn't Give on Valentine...
Gift-giving can be a tricky business. Often we go shopping with thoughts of what we would like instead of what would be most suitable for the recipient. Be careful. There...
Whatever Happened to Customer Service?
One of my grandsons lives in another province so I decided to purchase a gift certificate for his twelfth birthday. A young man at the far away city's music store...
Whatever Happened to Customer Service?
One of my grandsons lives in another province so I decided to purchase a gift certificate for his twelfth birthday. A young man at the far away city's music store...
I Just Want This to Be Over
Often when I am working with people who are going through a divorce they repeatedly say "I just want it to be over". I think they wish that the person...
I Just Want This to Be Over
Often when I am working with people who are going through a divorce they repeatedly say "I just want it to be over". I think they wish that the person...
When Are You Ready to Enter a New Relationship?...
The divorce rate is high and relationships outside of marriage frequently end. There can be a lot of pain and anger associated with loss of a partner - especially if...
When Are You Ready to Enter a New Relationship?...
The divorce rate is high and relationships outside of marriage frequently end. There can be a lot of pain and anger associated with loss of a partner - especially if...
The Gift of Friendship
I was recently invited by a couple who I have known for some time to join them for Saturday dinner at their home. Because it was a warm evening we...
The Gift of Friendship
I was recently invited by a couple who I have known for some time to join them for Saturday dinner at their home. Because it was a warm evening we...
What Do Your Adult Children Need?
I was recently visiting with another professional in the community who teased me about wanting pro bono services for his staff. I quickly informed him that everyone wants free therapy...
What Do Your Adult Children Need?
I was recently visiting with another professional in the community who teased me about wanting pro bono services for his staff. I quickly informed him that everyone wants free therapy...
Forgiveness
When it comes to forgiveness I think we have it all wrong. Most people refuse to forgive someone who has hurt them, thinking that it will "serve them...
Forgiveness
When it comes to forgiveness I think we have it all wrong. Most people refuse to forgive someone who has hurt them, thinking that it will "serve them...
How Can I Trust Again?
Frequently my clients tell me that they have been so hurt in the past that they don't think they can ever trust others again. Their reaction might be to withdraw...
How Can I Trust Again?
Frequently my clients tell me that they have been so hurt in the past that they don't think they can ever trust others again. Their reaction might be to withdraw...
Ten Don'ts for Great Relationships
Sometimes people are doing a lot of things right but are still unhappy in their relationships. Following are ten things that I recommend you DON’T do: Make Assumptions – Just because...
Ten Don'ts for Great Relationships
Sometimes people are doing a lot of things right but are still unhappy in their relationships. Following are ten things that I recommend you DON’T do: Make Assumptions – Just because...
The Facts About Relationships
Many people come to me when they are having relationship problems. They are usually unhappy and want help to improve their situation. Sometimes I say things that they really don't...
The Facts About Relationships
Many people come to me when they are having relationship problems. They are usually unhappy and want help to improve their situation. Sometimes I say things that they really don't...
Ten Don'ts for Great Relationships
Sometimes people are doing a lot of things right but are still unhappy in their relationships. Following are ten things that I recommend you DON'T do: Make Assumptions - Just...
Ten Don'ts for Great Relationships
Sometimes people are doing a lot of things right but are still unhappy in their relationships. Following are ten things that I recommend you DON'T do: Make Assumptions - Just...
Are Your Boundaries Healthy Ones?
Building relationships with other people is a complex process. Over the years I have noticed that individuals fall into one of three very different categories based on the boundaries that...
Are Your Boundaries Healthy Ones?
Building relationships with other people is a complex process. Over the years I have noticed that individuals fall into one of three very different categories based on the boundaries that...
Things You Should Think About and Do Before You...
Often when emotions run high people say and do things that they regret afterwards. There are many things that would help you and your family to avoid the issues that...
Things You Should Think About and Do Before You...
Often when emotions run high people say and do things that they regret afterwards. There are many things that would help you and your family to avoid the issues that...
The Power of Having Good Support in Your Life
I just got back from the golf course. No, I have not turned over a new leaf and decided to take up the sport. In fact, I had to use...
The Power of Having Good Support in Your Life
I just got back from the golf course. No, I have not turned over a new leaf and decided to take up the sport. In fact, I had to use...
Divorce is Much More Than a Legal Process
Often, I hear individuals who are divorcing state: "I can hardly wait until this is over". They have the hope that a legal decree will give them peace freedom and...
Divorce is Much More Than a Legal Process
Often, I hear individuals who are divorcing state: "I can hardly wait until this is over". They have the hope that a legal decree will give them peace freedom and...
Three Reasons Why Abusers Use Domestic Violence...
Frequently I am questioned by clients, family and friends about my work with people who are involved in domestic violence. One of the questions most asked is why someone who...
Three Reasons Why Abusers Use Domestic Violence...
Frequently I am questioned by clients, family and friends about my work with people who are involved in domestic violence. One of the questions most asked is why someone who...
Three Mistakes That People Make in Domestic Vio...
There are several things that cause the cycle of abuse to spin around and around. Three of these are the things that the person who is being abused does. This...
Three Mistakes That People Make in Domestic Vio...
There are several things that cause the cycle of abuse to spin around and around. Three of these are the things that the person who is being abused does. This...
Seven Things You Can Do to Create a Great Relat...
It sometimes seems that we are living in a world that has forgotten about how to provide customer service. Many times, I have heard individuals state that they have changed...
Seven Things You Can Do to Create a Great Relat...
It sometimes seems that we are living in a world that has forgotten about how to provide customer service. Many times, I have heard individuals state that they have changed...
What Are the Three Ingredients That Form a Good...
There are many definitions for the word "friend" but those relationships that have three ingredients are the most satisfying. This article describes the things that turn acquaintances into good friends....
What Are the Three Ingredients That Form a Good...
There are many definitions for the word "friend" but those relationships that have three ingredients are the most satisfying. This article describes the things that turn acquaintances into good friends....