Creativity and Self-Expansion in a Healthy Marriage

What is it that keeps a couple together? If it’s not what is described in the endless letters  and sonnets of pain and woe, akin to torturing each other, what is the glue that binds us? Is it something else, perhaps love? It may not be feelings … [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...]

What’s Better This Valentine’s Day – Chocolate or Peace? You Can Have Both!

© Lela Lee This Valentine season, you will have (or give) diamonds, nice red roses, a fancy evening and bittersweet chocolate. With the exception of the diamonds, all the rest can be forgotten in a week. Which is the most important gift that … [Read more...]

Can Relationship Repair Save Your Marriage?

Let's remember the basic facts: women and men are basically different. Furthermore, their desire to live together doesn't make the differences disappear - thinking that confrontations will magically not happen is even more magic! Partners need a … [Read more...]

Being Excluded by Others: A Real Pain in the Brain

When and how is our need for love and connection denied? If you’ve been reading our blog, you know there are many ways to do this to each other, and many ways to heal. In the interpersonal relationship field, we are always doing this dance of … [Read more...]