by development | Aug 16, 2020 | Communication, Counseling Articles, Relationships, Tips
If you have a relationship with someone who is a manipulator, it is not easy to change your situation. Because that manipulator wants power over you—wants to control you and use you for his benefit—he is unlikely to give it up. And how does he achieve that power? He...
by development | May 10, 2020 | Communication, Relationships
When someone is aggressive, it’s easy to spot. If he’s in your face yelling at you, it may not be pleasant, but at least you know he’s mad. But when someone is passive-aggressive they aren’t quite as obvious, and it can be easy to miss. You might even behave in a...
by development | Dec 20, 2017 | Communication, Counseling Articles, Relationships
Steve and Jenny are at the breakfast table. He’s reading the paper; she’s doing the crossword. He says, “That movie we saw got nominated for five Golden Globes.” She doesn’t look up. She hears him, but she’s focused. He thinks she thinks he’s being a nuisance. She...
by development | Dec 6, 2017 | Communication
There’s good news and bad news about long-term relationships. The bad news first: Many problems in a relationship cannot be solved. Ever. Problems like traits your partner has that bug you. Or certain hard-core beliefs he has that conflict with yours. There are just...
by development | Nov 22, 2017 | Communication, Relationships
If you suspect a friend, co-worker, family member or partner is behaving in a passive aggressive manner, it’s time to take stock. Is your relationship with this person worth the aggravation you’re going to suffer? It’s possible you should give them another chance....
by development | Aug 30, 2017 | Communication, Counseling Articles
Some behaviors are simply not good for your mental health. Sometimes just a few small adjustments can make a big difference in your life. You don’t always have to make a herculean effort to get yourself feeling significantly better. There may be just a few tune-ups...
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