I have come to believe that there are certain qualities in most good relationships. Having these qualities doesn’t guarantee that your relationship will stand the test of time, but these can be a good yardstick for measuring the authenticity (and … Read More
The other day, I was talking with a client by phone. She was significantly upset by her husband’s behavior. She was at home recovering from a surgical procedure. Although she had the help of her mother and teenage children, what … Read More
Communication is our lifeline, much like a life preserver is to a drowning person. Without it, we are bereft. It is a learned skill, but unfortunately, not many efforts have been made to teach it. It is more or less … Read More
Every year, we make New Year’s resolutions. It’s almost as big a tradition as the holidays themselves. Another year is just beginning. Why not make this one different? Take a leap and don’t make a resolution—instead, make a commitment. A … Read More
Communication is our lifeline, much like a life preserver to a drowning person. Without it, we are bereft. It is definitely a learned skill, but unfortunately, not many efforts have been made to teach it. It is more or less … Read More
Sometimes we get carried away while trying to communicate with our significant other, making criticism and accusations instead of using meaningful, loving words. We don’t intend to be critical or make accusations, but it just comes out that way. Perhaps … Read More