Build relationship skills: assertion

We find too many times in situations where there is friction and a deep sense of frustration of basic emotional needs. In life, we deal with other people sometimes as short in skills as we are to be able to talk and express needs and negotiate … [Read more...]

Is your angry, silent partner a challenge?

How do you react to hubby's hostile silence?   He says nothing, but you know he is mad as hell. He is obviously sulking in front of you, and his attitude fills the room with a very negative vibe. For you, this silent anger is far more … [Read more...]

Solving Couple Conflicts as Survival Skill

We are all sure that having peace and harmony in our relationships keeps us healthy, vital and productive. We all know that, on the other hand, conflict can make us tense, sick and unhappy…only because we are scared of its … [Read more...]

Daily Abusive Relationships

Sometimes, it looks like we are immersed in a constant battle for power and control; there is always (a boss, a relative, even a spouse) putting us down in a daily basis....all for the sake of control. What a refreshing event is it when we are … [Read more...]

Workplace Anger in Tough Times

The present recession in the world is reflecting a very difficult social situation that affects everybody. The job insecurity raises a high level of anxiety in all of us...trying personal resources to the limit. How each person answers the challenge … [Read more...]