by Nancy | Jul 22, 2015 | Codependent, Relationships, Uncategorized
I ran across a really good quote today that spoke to me. Louie Giglio said “Whenever you say yes to something, there is less of you for something else. Make sure your yes is worth the less.” In today’s culture of go, go, go and don’t let any... by Nancy | Jul 13, 2015 | Divorce, Marriage, Uncategorized
People ask me now and again, what is the key to staying married for the long haul? My parents are about to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary, and it is obvious to anyone who knows them that they are still absolutely in love with each other. What is it about... by Nancy | Jun 9, 2015 | Abandonment, Differentiation, Uncategorized
Abandonment issues are so common. You don’t have to have been left on the doorstep of an orphanage to know what abandonment feels like. In fact, you can have two very loving, wonderful parents and still be vexed by the painful effects of abandonment. The... by Javan | May 28, 2015 | Communication, Divorce, Marital Therapy
Falling in love and getting married…..it seems so happy. Planning the party, imagining living together, hoping to get every type of happiness is pretty normal for most couples. The expectations might be normal, but the reality is that people are complex. For many... by Nancy | May 19, 2015 | Uncategorized
Today we’re going to talk a little bit about parenting. Specifically, I want to address the balance between love and discipline. Have you ever thought about the need for a balance between these two necessary elements for solid parenting? In order to illuminate the...