Teen Talk
“Oh … never mind! I don’t want to talk about this anyway.” Have you ever heard this from your teenager? It can be exasperating to get your teen talking. Think about why they don’t open up to you. Seek first … Read the rest
Arguing Can Be Good for Relationships
Have you ever been surprised when a conversation escalates into an argument? Do you know that arguing can actually be good for your relationship? Of course, it depends on how partners argue. Elizabeth Bernstein’s article, “Fighting Happily Ever After” (Wall … Read the rest
Misunderstood?
People are generally sloppy about how they communicate with each other. So, it should be no surprise when misunderstandings or misperceptioins occur. The results? Grief, aggravation and wasted time and, all too often,damaged relationships. In order to communicate clearly, you … Read the rest