In conflict situations, emotional and physical boundaries set the tone for how conflict will be handled, and even when/how conflict will arise. For some, a lack of boundaries creates contact that is more intrusive than intimate; for others, too many boundaries create alienation and distrust between partners. We often hear from clients that the boundaries [...]
We talk a lot about managing your differences and learning to see them as opportunities to grow as a couple. Quite often, subjective things like “opposite personalities” are opportunities to express respect and trust, and don’t have to be what breaks the relationship apart. Helping couples in trouble see that is part of why we [...]
By alfaprima
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Posted in Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationship Repair
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Also tagged aggression, appreciation, Cold Shoulder, conflict, conflict resolution, confrontation, emotions, forgiveness, humiliation, reconciliation, resentment, verbal abuse
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According to a new research study conducted by the American Psychological Society, men and women have different criteria for feeling happy in a relationship. Yeah, shocker, right? However, the criteria this particular study found is interesting, and could help you understand better what your partner needs from you during conflict. Couples were brought in and [...]
By alfaprima
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Posted in Healthy Marriage, Marriage and Communications, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationships, Self-Esteem
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Also tagged anger, angry husband, attitude change, communication, conflict resolution, domestic violence, empathy, feelings, frustration, happiness, healthy relationships, identification, love, positive emotions
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Your communication style is important to recognize and define, as it affects how people react to you and how they address your needs. In the workplace, it can be especially important to know how you are communicating (and thus how you are perceived) as a professional colleague. It is also important in personal relationships, in [...]
By neilwarner
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Posted in Emotional Abuse, Marriage and Communications, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationship Repair, Self-Esteem
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Also tagged aggression, appreciation, attitude change, conflict resolution, confrontation, control, critique, Emotional Abuse, emotions, feelings, frustration, healthy relationships, love, negative emotions, recognition, Relationships
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February 17, 2012 – 3:16 pm
Today we’ll highlight an issue that affects most of us: balancing workplace conflict with our home life. We’re all guilty of letting our frustration at work spread to our homes, but do we always notice it? And what are the effects?Here’s an interesting article from Scientific American that might open your eyes. “If you think that [...]
By alfaprima
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Posted in Anger Management, Healthy Marriage, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationship Repair, Relationships
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Also tagged aggression, angry husband, conflict, confrontation, critique, domestic violence, emotions, frustration, verbal abuse, workplace anger, workplace stress
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