What do you do when the conversation turns to politics and you don’t want to turn on each other? I was honored to answer this question with our NBC affiliate – WKYC Channel 3. Although it may not feel fun to have a conversation with someone about opposite views, especially on politics, I believe it […]
Large Projects mean Give and Take in a Relationship
This month’s story of a couple reaching a positive point in our work together is of a husband and wife who are building a house. For those of you who have lived through a project like this, you might relate to one of the most common points of tension in the process: making decisions and […]
Are You Getting and Giving the Silent Treatment to your Mate?
When you’re angry do you stop talking to your mate? In a recent Psychology Today article written by Leon F. Seltzer, Ph.D., is an interesting, and dare I say, accurate idea for why couples go radio silent to one another and end up in a stalemate situation over a conflict. If emotions are high while mates try […]
Improve Communication With Your Mate
Good communication is critical in a healthy relationship. In a recent article on a website called MindBodyGreen.com was a list of ways to improve communication with your mate. I liked everything on the list and want to pass them onto you: 1. Take “fight breaks.” When you see your conversation is going in […]
Don’t let Politics Become a Problem in Your Relationship
Sometimes during elections words can get very testy, mean and inflammatory. During this election period as we are in the midst of both National Conventions…. it is even more important to think about how you communicate with others and the words and the tone you use. Today’s Coach Kathy’s clip shares some tips on how […]