The “Fixer”

The “Fixer”

What happens when your partner or friend tells you about a problem? Do you automatically go into “fix it” mode? It’s a pretty common response to want to right a wrong. Something bad has happened, someone I care about is upset, and now I’m going to make it all better....

How Does True Love Go So Wrong?

It is a question faced by so many couples that start out with a love so strong, so consuming, so sure that it is unfathomable that they could ever not love each other.  And yet, it happens all the time; sometimes they even turn into bitter enemies!  But why?   How...

What Is Your Fantasy Relationship?

I was reminded again this week about one thing that trips most couples up. . . the fantasy relationship. Fantasy husband would help me around the house.  No, he would want to help me!  He would listen to me share my struggles with kids, work, life and he would have an...