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We’re all familiar with the perils of addiction—surrendering to a substance that you can’t resist, until you are entirely under its control. You go back for more repeatedly because the short-term rush is great. But the long-term harm is even greater, and it’s...

Do you find yourself in relationships that are fraught with unhappiness? Do you seem to make the same mistakes over and over? Do feel like you’re unlucky in love, but you don’t know why? Consider Alice, who always seems to end up as the other woman. She’s currently in...

When you’re in a new relationship, you’re probably swept up in the delight of it all. And you should be. It’s great to enjoy it. But sometimes, in the effort to put your best foot forward and give the benefit of the doubt, you miss red flags. You know, those are the...

When you began your marriage you had every good intention. You believed in “death do us part.” You were in love. But since most people feel the same, it’s a wonder that half of marriages end in divorce. But they do. It’s hard to admit, even if just to yourself, that...

Last week I talked about making resolutions as a couple to revitalize your relationship. Suggestions included real communicating—not just talking; trading compliments for complaints; and being honest, emotionally and every other way. When you have a number of ideas...

Make 2019 the year you prioritize your relationship. Formulating resolutions together is a great way to focus on what you both agree is important. Working on keeping those resolutions can strengthen your connection and even revitalize it. Here are some suggestions....

Your partner has committed adultery. Possibly the worst betrayal you can imagine. Your marriage is in deep distress and you are rocked to your core. Your partner says he’s sorry, but it isn’t enough. You both decide counseling is in order and you spend a few weeks or...

It’s the best gift of all—self care. After all, you are probably thinking of everyone else in your family and community at this time of year. You’re planning, shopping, wrapping gifts, arranging travel details, taking candied pecans to the elderly woman across the...

Every family has problems. You just don’t see them on social media because that’s where you post picture perfect portraits of family gatherings. But trust me, every family has issues. And you’re bound to come across at least one challenge or two when you all get...

The language of love comes in many dialects. The trick is to learn to speak your partner’s dialect, or at least to understand it. And if possible, to appreciate it. The trouble comes when you expect your beloved to speak your language. For example, Sally is a Gifter....