The longer we leave something in disrepair the more costly it will be to fix it. For instance If we fail to protect wood, that is exposed to the elements, with paint or some other type of sealant, the elements will eventually destroy the wood and it will need to be replaced. Everyday I meet …
When a child is experiencing intense emotions it can be frustrating and can take a lot of time to get them off. Here are some tips to help you get through these difficult moments Stay off the emotion rollercoaster yourself. If you allow yourself to get on you will only make the ride last longer. …
On December 1, 1862, in a letter to congress, President Abraham Lincoln said “We can succeed only by concert. It is not ‘can any of us imagine better?’ but, ‘can we all do better?’ The dogmas of the quiet past, are inadequate to the stormy present. The occasion is piled high with difficulty, and …
When a person in a relationship persists in being dishonest or secretive about money, it can be called financial infidelity. Specific instance of financial infidelity may include things like making a large purchase without the other person knowing; hiding purchases that have not been agreed upon in the budget; or changing investments, or making …
Change is hard. None of us want to be alone in the process of change, especially when changing to improve a relationship. For this reason, people in relationships say things to themselves like, “I’ll change as soon as he changes” or “I’m changing, and I’m not getting any credit from her, so why should I …
An ageist joke that has been repeated far too many times, that only adds to the myths and misconceptions of what sex is like as we age, goes something like this:Young couples have sex tri-weekly. Middle aged couples try weekly, and older couples try weakly. This bad joke adds to the misconception that beyond a certain …
Sex After 50: Myths, Misconceptions, and Making the Most of It Read More
Although we may not like the idea of Facebook and other social media mining data about us, there is something valuable about the concept of data mining that can be applied to healthy couple relationships. You may think this is an odd application but hear me out. Every day, social media platforms collect information about …
I think it is fair to say that most of us want answers. However, I don’t know if most people want to swim through the sea of information that leads to greater understanding. Far too often we make decisions or try to solve a problem without taking the time to gather all the information; without …
Examine your own attitudes and beliefs. When it comes to talking to children about difficult subjects like sex, drugs, and alcohol, the first thing you need to do is examine your own beliefs and attitudes. Remain calm when these topics come up with your children. Encourage other parents to talk to their children about these …
Helpful Principles to Follow When Talking to Your Children About Drugs, Sex and Alcohol Read More
I want you to imagine a man who is allergic to roses. He loves roses. He makes sure he has fresh roses everywhere; in the car, in the office, in the kitchen, in the bathroom, in the bedroom. Every time you see him you see the effects of the allergic reaction in his itchy, red, …
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