Can you Find Peace in Confrontations?
I’ve only had two serious confrontations with one of my kids. Even though both experiences put him on the hot seat, after some awkward moments he thanked me. In both cases, his fear of what was to come was far worse than warranted, so my intrusion actually reduced his anxiety. Leave your big voice, hold […]
Convert Blurting into Bonding
When a person can’t describe their problems or feelings, they hold them in. Often they come out too forcefully at the wrong time with the wrong words and emotions. But blurting is a good way to release pressures. Blurt: to utter suddenly or inadvertently; to divulge impulsively or unadvisedly. This is going to sound clumsy […]
MAKING THE WRITE CHOICE EVERYTIME
As an early adult I wrote two letters to my father encouraging him to be more fun. They were kind and well written. He was a man set in his ways, and since he had been so responsible his entire life he never learned to be lighthearted. He didn’t have that to give. My letters […]
ALL COUPLES NEED: DAILY AA MEETINGS.
Appreciation and affection build closeness, dissatisfaction can only build distance. This is why daily AA meetings are so important for your relationships. But how are you showing your appreciation and affection? We often assume the way we want to be appreciated and receive affection are the same ways our partner wants to receive it. It’s […]
