“Reactive complaining can strain even the strongest relationships.” ~LMB Reactive complaining happens when someone voices a concern, and instead of addressing it, you reflexively bring up a complaint of your own. For example: Sally: Honey, can you please remember to put your clothes in the laundry rather than the floor? Scott: (Eye-roll) I do most days. […]
Communication 101: Words Matter
Over the years, it seems that being mindful of the way one speaks has become synonymous with being “politically correct,” which, for many people, has become a truly “bad” thing. As you may have witnessed, this repudiation of political correctness has emboldened people to “say it like it is.” No longer should people worry about […]
What Your Parents, The Media and Our World Should Have Taught You About Romantic Relationships
If your significant other talks poorly to you, s/he will likely talk poorly about you. Bad mouthing a loved one behind their back is about that person’s lack of integrity, not your behavior. Choose your significant other wisely.2. Getting married, having a baby or moving will not fix a relationship. These actions will instead amplify […]