Marriage steps to go the distance through retirement. Have you noticed the things that caused arguments and disagreements in marriage early on come back with a vengeance as you near retirement? Differences in people that are married/committed seem to arise at rather predictable times. First year – wow, you’re different than I thought you [...]
Let us help you avoid misunderstanding with your doctor. Have you ever experienced misunderstanding with someone? Did that lead you to make a bad decision? If you had understood the original message, would you have made a different decision? I have had two client examples this week. I'll share one now and one [...]
Communicate to decrease conflict and increase understanding using reflective statements How do you handle conflict? For most of us the answer is, ‘not very well’. Conflict can raise your blood pressure, constrict your veins and arteries, and make your heart beat harder and faster. Did you know that communication is NEARLY ALWAYS at [...]
