Today we have a useful step for resolving frequent conflict in family relationships. Create “rules of engagement” with your partner or family members, and make sure that the rules are clear to everyone. The next time there is a conflict, these rules are to be strictly followed. What are some rules that we recommend? Well, [...]
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By nature, our brains are wired to desire attachment to others. We are social creatures; even entering into conflict is a manifestation of our mutual need to “link” or “attach” ourselves to another person. However, the ways we attach to one another depend on many factors, namely, how our mothers/caregivers were attached to us during [...]
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Also tagged attachment, attachment patterns, attachment styles, communication, communication in relationships, conflict in relationships, conflict resolution, healthy relationships, marriage, Passive Aggressive Behavior, passive aggressive spouse, Relationships, trust
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In the inner game of relationships, there are core questions that make or break them. Those questions refers to the most basic needs we humans have: for companionship and recognition: Are you accessible when I try to reach out to you? Will you be responsive to my needs? Are you committed to this relationship? In other words, [...]
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Also tagged appreciation, attitude change, conflict resolution, confrontation, control, critique, Emotional Abuse, forgiveness, happiness, hidden anger, love, recognition
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When we communicate with one another, we are attempting to make an emotional connection – with our eyes, our body, our words. This is because humans are social beings; our brains are programmed to seek love and empathy from others. So what about getting defensive? Does that go against the natural program of love-seeking? Surprisingly [...]
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Posted in Healthy Marriage, Marriage and Communications, Relationships
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Also tagged appreciation, conflict, conflict resolution, emotions, feelings, fight, happiness, healthy relationships, Relationships, respect, understanding
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Given that our definition of marriage is that it should be a mutual admiration society, how come the other person is always pointing out our negative aspects and forgetting our good traits? In other words, that our partner doesn’t show enough appreciation. Yet those who complaint about this are perpetrators as well! There is a [...]
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Also tagged appreciation, critique, feelings, fight, healthy relationships, isolation, love, recognition, respect, Self-Esteem
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