This month’s positive point with a client happened when we had our session, and as I always do, asked them to share any successes they had in their relationship since we last met. They referenced two times when they “hit a bump in the road” in their conversation that led them to escalate into an […]
Breaking Patterns of Handling Conflict
This month’s positive point shares how a couple broke a pattern of handling conflict. With the ongoing isolation due to COVID-19, they had a pattern of handling conflict that was making them feel bad about their relationship. They shared with me how proud they were of themselves for using the communication tools they learned by […]
A Couple’s Solutions to Drinking Less During COVID-19
This month’s positive point with a couple has to do with the affect the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order has had on them. They shared with me that because they have been isolated in their home for so long, they’ve noticed their consumption of alcohol has gone up. This was a concern for both of them. So, […]
8 Relationship Tips for Living 24/7 Under One Roof
This month’s Positive Point discusses my Skype appearance in March on WKYC Channel 3, “It’s All About You”. I discussed the unusual situation we are all dealing with right now during the COVID-19 pandemic: How do you survive living with your loved ones 24/7 under the same roof? Below is the talking points I used […]
Relationships Tips While in Social-Isolation
During these times of the Coronavirus pandemic, this post provides relationship tips while in social-isolation. Looking for ways to keep the home fires burning without getting hot under the collar? Relationships can be messy under normal circumstances. But put two or more people under the same roof with restrictions around movement, food, and social interaction […]