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Monthly Archives: October 2013
DO NOT Try This At Home!
Have you ever noticed that some people know just what to say at the right time. They seem to know when a friend is sick; they are caring and compassionate, and step up to support as needed. When a friend … Continue reading
Posted in Conflict, Divorce, Marriage, Relationships (other)
Tagged blame, complain, conflict, conflict resolution, divorce, humiliate, name calling, punish, resentment
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Divorce: What not to do to your kids
Divorce is a very adult decision that affects everyone; the kids, the pets, the friends, the in-laws and the out-laws. How do you get through such a huge life event without screwing it up? First, know you will, inevitably, make mistakes. … Continue reading
Posted in Blended or Step Family, Divorce, Marriage, parenting, Step Moms
Tagged children, divorce, kids in divorce, step parenting
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Infidelity – Summary
Infidelity changes things about ourselves and how/who we are in relationships from this point on and should not be taken lightly, whatever the role you play, be accountable for your own actions. If you decide to cheat, know you are hurting someone … Continue reading
Posted in Conflict, Divorce, Gratitude, Marriage, Relationships (other)
Tagged change, cheating, divorce, forgiveness, infidelity, lessons learned, marriage
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Next Steps – Infidelity Part 3
As either the cheater or the cheated, you can decide to stay or go. Generally, people stay for a couple of reasons: money, history, children, and/or love. Getting past infidelity is difficult. It is not for others to decide for … Continue reading
Posted in Conflict, Divorce, Gratitude, Marriage, Relationships (other), starting over
Tagged cheating, forgiveness, infidelity, lessons learned, starting over
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
SAD is a type of depression that generally occurs with the onset of winter. Typical indications: unhappiness or irritability, social withdraw, sluggish movements, lack of interest in work or activities, less energy or ability to concentrate, increased sleep, increased eating, … Continue reading
Posted in Anxiety, Depression, Miscellaneous
Tagged affective disorder, Anxiety, depression, sad, winter
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WHY THEY CHEAT – Infidelity Part 2
You name it. Accident, just happened, didn’t mean to, don’t know how it happened… I’ve heard it all. But I’ve also been present when clients discuss their fears, shame, feeling alone. Sometimes the one cheated on encourages this behavior by … Continue reading