We have posted before about the value of fighting with love instead of anger. Using calm dialogue and speaking with respect ("fighting" with "love") is always a better option during conflict; fighting fire with fire, with the aim of someone winning … [Read more...]
Abusive Behavior First Red Flag? Hear Him Yelling at You!
There is one emotional abuse sign that brings such a painful shock, we all try to rationalize and process it fast, as to get it out of our awareness. It's the shock a woman feels the first time he screams, calls her a name or insults her. He is … [Read more...]
A Better Relationship Means Telling Your Partner Where it Hurts
Much of the conflict in our lives begins when we feel that we are suffering (either alone or at the hands of those we’re in conflict with).Brian Lynch, M.D., has shared his thoughts on suffering and how we can see it in a different way. This helps … [Read more...]
Surprise! you are happiest when sharing issues making your husband unhappy!
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, … [Read more...]
Are you passive, assertive, or aggressive?
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) … [Read more...]
