I’ve never met anyone who has grown out of childhood
I’ve never met anyone who has grown out of childhood without some unresolved conflict or unmet need. For most of us, the pain or unhappiness of the unmet need associated with these conflicts or unmet needs does not preoccupy our conscious thoughts and feelings....
Part: 6 Nutrient #5 The Malnourished Marriage: Essential Nutrient #5 Think of Trust as a Marriage’s Vitamins
Trust is the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships. Stephen Covey (1932 – 2012) Educator, author, businessman and keynote speaker Many articles and research studies refer to trust as...
Part 5: The Malnourished Marriage: Essential Nutrient #4 – Think of Compromise and Patience as Healthy Fats
Be careful not to compromise what you want most for what you want now. Zig Ziglar (1926 – 2012) Author, salesman and motivational speaker. Every marriage starts with a fantasy. The fantasy is you’ve found the ‘right one”, your “soulmate”...
PART 4: The Malnourished Marriage: Essential Nutrient #3 – Think of Humor as Carbohydrate
“The gods gave men fire so he put it out with water. They gave him love so he could put it out with marriage.” – Sam Levison Let’s face it. Married people can say and do mean things to each other that can cause as much pain as a bullet tearing...
What a lovely reminder as we navigate the hectic Christmas season that our love and respect are the best gifts…
Love these! Such helpful reminders!
What a happy thought that there is a national "I Love You" day. Reading Nancy's blog always leaves one with…