In economic theory, the concept of a zero-sum game refers to the balance that occurs when one’s losses(think sacrifice) are exactly matched by their gains (think successes). I find myself often talking with clients who are operating under the assumption that life is a zero-sum game. I suppose for some people it … Read More
Talk About It
Were you ever the kid in class that when you knew the answer to a question the teacher asked you would be raising your hand, waving it all through the air and go “ooh, ooh, I know, I know?” Neither was I. However, there were some who did. I often … Read More
Are online relationships really affairs?
This is a question that has been increasing debated as technology has become a big part of day-to-day life. We have seen couples in the public eye crumble and others stay together after an online relationship comes out. If this issue hits closer to home and happens in your relationship … Read More
Taxing Relationships
Taxes. A controversial topic to be sure. Some of us pay a much higher rate than we would like. Everyone pays. Recently, as I was working on my return (and complaining) I was struck with the thought of how I implement a form of taxes in relationships. Maybe you … Read More
Can Long Distance Relationships Work?
Long-distance relationships are on the rise as more married and committed couples make the decision or are forced to live in different locations to pursue work, military, or education opportunities. Regardless of the reasons a couple starts a long-distance relationship it is important for a couple to consider common difficulties … Read More
Bullying: Help your kids stand up!
It is plastered all over the news these days with school shootings, cyber bullying, teen suicides being linked back to bullying. Bullying can come in different forms but the most common are verbal- calling names and putting others down, physical- hitting, kicking, pushing, or social- leaving people out or spreading … Read More
Lessons from a Mockingjay
Like many, I too have been enthralled with the The Hunger Games. The books have addictive qualities. Short, cliff hanging chapters which means it takes great resolve to put them down. I would tell myself, “Just one more chapter and then I’ll do the laundry.” Not so. Clothes remained unwashed … Read More
April Resolutions
We are creatures of habit. Changes often come with pulling and pinching and feeling a bit uncomfortable. April is a great time to reevaluate those resolutions from January. Did you resolve to work out more? How successful have you been in reaching that goal? Those who achieve their goals (and … Read More
April’s Fool
April 1st. April Fool’s Day. Happy New Year? Its origins are thought to be connected with those who celebrated the New Year on January 1st and wanted to make fun of those who celebrated on a different date. (You can read the history for yourself. Did you know there are … Read More
Post Valentine’s Day Month
So, here it is a month after he bought you flowers and you gave him a new BluRay. It was a very romantic and fulfilling evening. Then the month passed and things just sort of went “back to normal.” Why is that? Where is the fire and passion that ended … Read More