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When you are wrapped up in your own pile of hurt, it's almost impossible to see the other person clearly. Taking things personally is like taking a hammer to hurt your own hand, which is a very bad idea. Hurt becomes a false cocoon of "safety" that really demolishes any… Continue Reading
I was patiently waiting to purchase my New York Times, behind a young mother with a 4 yr. old. She was purchasing pink & white sunglasses and a pink frisbee for her daughter. Her daughter meandered away and returned with a bag of cheese doodles. Her mother said "No, Grandma… Continue Reading
The movie, The Last Station is a rich story about the marriage of Leo Tolstoy and his wife, the Countess Sophia. There is a power struggle between Tolstoy's wife (Helen Mirren) and his advisor (Paul Giamatti). Caught between these two is Tolstoy's secretary and it is through his eyes that… Continue Reading
Many are born with a terrible desire to be liked. I believe Bill Clinton had a terrible desire to be liked when he lied and defined oral sex as not having sex. Nixon wanted to be liked. Too many of us, who are lucky to be ordinary want to be… Continue Reading
In America, it's too easy to be disconnected from food and what's healthy. We all wince at the price of organics. Food Inc. is a documentary that helps you to realize that organics are worth it. We all need to learn more about what's happening as large corporations crowd out… Continue Reading
This is a movie treasure that captures the true messiness of love and dating. It is unique in telling the story from the male point of view and uses a terrific soundtrack. Netflix it now, especially if you're heartbroken and still single. Love, almost always starts off with one person… Continue Reading
I wrote 50% of a book to help relationships last longer and then the publishing industry crashed when the recession arrived. I wanted to get the information out into the universe. It was never about making money but challenging people to think about their relationships. Then I saw Arianna Huffington… Continue Reading
As reported in The Week (1/29/10), a recent study of high school and college students, has discovered higher levels of anxiety, depression and unrealistic, manic optimism than in any previous generation since the Great Depression. Researchers suggested that materialism, an emphasis on superficial things, overprotective parenting and a lack of… Continue Reading
The more you know who you are and what's important, the more likely your relationship will survive. Knowing what anchors you is important to figure out. When you don't know what matters you may end up expecting your partner to meet those needs for you. Relationships that only cater to… Continue Reading
In my work with families and couples, I experience most people communicating in parallel monologues. Neither person is able to absorb, digest or really appreciate a point of view that is opposite of their own. Both people are so filled up with their own thoughts and feelings there is simply… Continue Reading
