December 25, 2013 Communication
Every family has its routine and there is a rhythm to it. When a problem drops in on the family, that rhythm changes. Children do not miss a thing. They may not fully comprehend everything, but they are aware of…
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December 24, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Sign of distrust generally begins within your gut. There is that something that doesn’t feel right but you cannot put your finger on the problem. Initially, you want to tell yourself that you are being ridiculous as you brush aside…
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December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Expectations, like life itself, change over the years. Nothing remains a constant, as much as we may sometimes wish it to do so, and as a child, we thought it would. Instead, we find ourselves in an ever growing process…
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December 10, 2013 Crisis Support
Shock. Absolute shock fills the being of loved ones, friends and neighbors once news of a sudden and unexpected death occurs. It’s as if life pushes a “hold” button. Everything stops while the survivors attempt to comprehend their loss. Replays…
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Depending upon the individual person, elders may or may not be easy to please. Their family of origin, environment, life experiences and health all play a role in their attitudes. There are, however, some general tips for pleasing elders: Manners…
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November 28, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
“A new sports car?” you question your husband after he’s announced that he’s been thinking about purchasing one. Could he be going through midlife changes, also known as male menopause? This gets you to thinking about some of the other…
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November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
When a loved one passes, your entire life comes to an abrupt halt. Nothing matters. Your mind is a blank slate. So getting organized isn’t even a thought. However, it is a necessity. For it may be the only way…
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November 24, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Annoying habits are most often performed unconsciously. My husband used to interrupt people in the middle of conversations. It took awhile for me to recognize the fact that this was not a deliberate action. His mind was simply functioning at…
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All around are signs and songs reminding one of Christmas Day. For those who know they will be alone for what is supposed to be the most happy holiday of the year, it can be the most dreaded day instead….
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Relationships are complex. Take two people from different families, perhaps different cultures or parts of the country, whose upbringings are unlike each other’s. Put them together and try to make the union work. Sometimes it does but often it does…
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November 15, 2013 Communication
How can somebody, for example, open a candy wrapper and leave it on the table, then go off and do something while they eat the candy. Do they really believe that another person will clean up after them? You think,…
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November 10, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Yes, you can be in a loveless marriage and not recognize this fact. Why? Because you don’t want to deal with it. Who wants to be alone again? Who wants to start over? But, on the other hand, who wants…
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November 8, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
When a parent cheats on the other parent, the breach of trust is devastating. The faithful parent can run the gamut of feelings from rage to “What did I do wrong?” The hurt is so deep that there is a…
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October 28, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Most couples believe on their wedding day that their marriage will be different from those they see falling apart – at least, they hope this will be the case. However, it’s like the first day in Kindergarten, with oh so…
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October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
How exciting. You are planning to retire. Retirement is unlike any other phase of married life. Up to that point, you are employed. You have deadlines, responsibilities and receive a paycheck. There’s a routine and pattern to daily living. When…
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October 13, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Though you exchanged vows, stating you’d be together “until death do us part” or similar words, you were not super-glued together at the ceremony. Instead, you came together as two complete individuals, who committed to building a life together. In…
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October 11, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Menopause is a frightening time for many women. Hormones controls her life. She recognizes the mood changes but can’t do much to control them, unless a doctor gives her medication. Your loving support is needed tremendously by your wife during…
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October 7, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Every husband and wife has a bit of jealousy concerning his or her spouse’s sexual past. Whether it has been shared or not, you are quite certain that you are not the first love interest. But, you are the one…
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October 7, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
If there’s boredom in the bedroom, there is most likely boredom in the relationship. When did it lose its spark? Was it when you stopped paying each other compliments, or when you each began to do your own thing? Perhaps…
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October 7, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Love is an emotional feeling that arises from a person’s heart and soul. Either you feel love for someone or you don’t. Can you imagine giving birth to a newborn baby and having to be made to love that child?…
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October 3, 2013 Crisis Support
The loss of life of a loved one is the most difficult hurdle to even approach, let alone to get over. If death is sudden, the shock alone takes awhile to penetrate the being of the survivors and their friends….
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To avoid being an obsessive girlfriend, you first must define what one is: She needs to know everything going on with her guy at all times is the basic definition. Why? You fear losing him. Guess what? You will lose…
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September 24, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
To remarry or not to remarry, that is the question. Some individuals hate living alone. They don’t like not having a partner to keep them company and rather than be lonely, they jump into a relationship. Any relationship, without giving…
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September 23, 2013 Communication
When is it time to speak? When is it best to remain quiet? These can be difficult questions to answer. In most cases, it depends upon the circumstances. However, when unsure, it would be best to remain silent because often…
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September 22, 2013 Communication
Just like everything else in life, there are pluses and minuses to being shy. Certainly a shy person is least likely to jump into action without considerable thought, if one acts at all. Shyness is, indeed, a blessing and a…
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September 21, 2013 Communication
A parent’s communication with their children begins the day they are born. Trust is built through nurturing – securely holding, talking to, feeding, changing the infant. Your infant is a little human being, who thrives on love and attention in…
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Christmas is a joyful time of year, perhaps the most joyful day of the entire year. For many, this is the ideal, but it is not what they experience at all. Quite the opposite may be the case for a…
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Who can live totally alone? Nobody that I know. Neighbours and relatives alike need us and we need them. The best way to develop a good relationship is to treat them the way you wish to be treated. Most likely,…
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Remember all those times you thought, “Someday I want to…” The time has arrived to shift gears. Instead of allowing feelings of loneliness and perhaps worry to fill your soul, celebrate your achievements. That’s right – celebrate. After all, you’ve…
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The man of your dreams walks into your life. Your heart is all aflutter. This is your golden opportunity to capture his heart. What should you do to win over this man of your dreams? The answer is unbelievably simple…
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