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Connecting through Shared Rituals

“We communicate well, we respect & trust each other, we manage our conflicts well, we are both on the same page with our finances, our s

Should Parents Drink with their Teens?

I get asked this a lot, and I usually pose the question back, "Why do you feel the need to do so?" I’ve heard many reasons why parents th...

Relationship Myth Busting

When it comes to love and relationships, it seems like everyone has a slogan that makes for a long and lasting happiness. While some of t...

"Stop!" How to Apply the Brakes in Heated Discussions

“That’s not what I’m trying to say!” “This is going nowhere!” “You don’t get it!” Sometimes disagreements build to the point that they be...

"Stop!" How to Apply the Brakes in Heated Discussions

The Importance of Connection

As a dog owner, I never stop appreciating the welcome I receive when I walk through the door. Dogs are pack animals, and after some quic...

The Power is Yours! Embracing Powerlessness

"God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, And wisdom to know the difference."...

The Power is Yours! Embracing Powerlessness

6 Steps to Establishing Healthy Boundaries

Boundaries are one of the most important aspects of healthy, mutually satisfying relationships. Simply put, boundaries define what is “m...

6 Steps to Establishing Healthy Boundaries

Building Bridges as a Couple – 6 Steps to Mend after a Dispute

All too often, couples who are experiencing struggles in their relationship choose to not confront the situation causing issues. Resentm...

Building Bridges as a Couple – 6 Steps to Mend after a Dispute

Lost & Found - A journey from Codependency

In a prior blog post, I wrote about addiction as a family disease, and how important it is for family members to reach out and look after...

Lost & Found - A journey from Codependency

Loss & Grief during Life Changes

When we hear the term “loss & grief”, many of us immediately reference the death of a loved one. Losing someone or something you love or...

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