Blended families are unique in many respects. Some say they are the family of the future, and that likelihood is probably pretty much on target. Today we see many dating sites for parents without partners, either from a widow or … Read More
Have you ever thought about marriage counseling and wondered if coaching might be a better option? Let’s explore the difference between counseling vs coaching. In today’s world, many things have changed since our parents’ and grandparents’ generations. Relationships have taken … Read More
Some of you may remember the song “McArthur Park” from the psychedelic 1960s and redone again in 1978 by Donna Summer. It was written by Jimmy Webb and originally sung by Richard Harris. The singer tells the listeners that he … Read More
When I am doing couples counseling, I am often reminded of how different women and men are. It is one of the reasons communication between the sexes is so challenging. Every day I run into this fact in my own … Read More
Go ahead, have an affair. No, really. It’s not as outrageous as it sounds. Studies have shown that nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. It is easy to see why so many people opt to stay single these … Read More
Stating a request or desire in a relationship can be challenging for most of us. Effective communication is difficult, and many of us do not have the tools. So try this, as January 1st rolls around, and see how it … Read More