Who are difficult people? They’re the ones who pour milk in your tea, just after you put in lemon. They’re those individuals who fail to say “good day” after you’ve said it to them five times. They’re people who leave the mess for you to clean up, even though you … Read More
Leaving the Scene
We know how important it is to never leave the scene of an accident. We are to stay and assist if possible, but certainly to give the required information to those involved. So it is with disagreements or arguments we may have with our spouse or life partner. It’s not … Read More
Fighting Fair
Healthy relationships (friendships or marriages) encounter conflict at one time or another. Learning to deal with conflict in a healthy way is paramount to keeping the relationship strong. Sometimes one person makes the prize of victory the ultimate goal when difficulties arise. Winning at the expense of the relationship is … Read More
Angry birds…er…people
Angry birds are one thing, but what about angry people? When you hear the word anger do you have a positive or negative image? Anger is such a powerful emotion that it tends to get mostly negative attention. (Usually from impulsive actions that take place when one is angry.) The … Read More
When has sibling fighting gone too far?
I’ve heard many parents say statements such as “What are siblings for if you don’t fight with them” or “I fought with my brother or sister all the time and I turned out okay”. Having conflicts and disagreements with brothers and sister help many children and teens develop much needed … Read More
Do You Need Anger Counseling?
Is It Good to ‘Let It All Hang Out’? Psychologists now say that this is a dangerous myth. Some people use this theory as a license to hurt others. Research has found that ‘letting it rip’ with anger actually escalates anger and aggression and does nothing to help you (or … Read More
