Let’s just start out by stating the obvious. Family is complicated. There is such a complexity of emotions, familial obligations and intertwined history that make the dynamics of family relationships… complicated. As young children, we are taught that our parents know what is best for us. We model what we see. In our childhood, most…
Key West Botanical Gardens, Key West, FL at 11:07 a.m. The timing of this labyrinth lesson post is interesting. Though the labyrinth walk was over a year ago (February 11, 2022), the timing of the post coincides with my return to Florida (this time from the Bahamas) and *almost* seems to contradict some upcoming posts…
Ken and I had spent several sessions working on changing the paradigm in my mind about how women and men should relate to each other ~ it is not about a struggle for power- it is about resolving conflicts together. In a healthy relationship: The partners value each other Fear and cynicism do not dictate…
Conquer Your Fear & Negative Emotions I was finding ways to help a loved one with an alcohol addiction when I came across a YouTube channel that provides help in understanding the science and psychology of addiction called Put the Shovel Down. I’ve watched a ton of her videos, but thought this was worth sharing…
Hello Sheli, Welcome to the Human Race!
Image by Wolfgang Eckert from Pixabay Let’s start with a moment of self-reflection. This is not about anyone else or their behavior– this is about YOU. Mirror, Mirror on the wall Tell me, tell me true… Which of these awful relationship habits are the ones I do? Criticism Stonewalling Defensiveness Contempt hurts relationships. Criticism Criticism…
