Top 10 Signs of an Abusive Man by Larry James Stephany Alexander, Guest Author Abusive men are often survivors of abuse themselves. Signs of an abusive man can range from emotional, verbal, physical, or sexual abuse. Frequently an emotionally abusive man is also a verbally abusive man or a combination of all abuse types. A sign of an abusive man can usually be found after a few dates if you pay attention, ask a lot of questions and do some investigating into his past. Spot Abusive … [Read more...]
Just BE!
May 28, 2014 by
Just BE! Be fierce. Be vibrant. Be energized. Get outside. Take a break now and then. Have fun. Run. Be accountable. Visualize. Take a new path. Dare to be different. Sport a new color. Stand up for what you believe. Be LOVE! Be honest. Be a volunteer. Clean out your closet. Hit the gym. Get motivated. Acknowledge others. Be relaxed. Be your own happy pill. Get invigorated. Be who you really are. Be your authentic self. Be enough. Get out and discover. BE with your partner. Get pumped. … [Read more...]
Giving Up My To-Do List and Finding My Life
May 12, 2014 by
Last April, just after dinner, Brian sat me down on the couch and said something that was the equivalent of the heart-stopping phrase, “We have to talk.” I remember this sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach, followed by the thought, “Oh no, what have I done?” With the passing of my sister, Debbie, in February, we had both been through several brutal months, trying our best to survive as she slipped away from us. Neither one of us were getting much sleep, both of us deep in our … [Read more...]
Motherhood and Spirituality
May 11, 2014 by
Motherhood and Spirituality "amen! ah, the spirituality of sweeping. what encounters of the everyday connect you to the presence of God, the Holy, or the Creative Spirit?" life in motherhood Motherhood is a complex responsibility, with huge emotional shifts and challenges all along the way. Even the most empowered women must face gender inequality as well as myriad other complexities within the covers of every perfect life. Joy, unconditional love, and immersion into the positive must … [Read more...]
‘Say Something ….’
May 8, 2014 by
As a relationship coach I often have clients who are having what most people consider the number one problem in relationships: Communication Issues. Or maybe I should say, poor communication skills. "Communication troubles can stem from childhood experiences, in which we may learn to “stuff” our feelings, blame others, blow-up in anger, “beat around the bush” instead of saying what we need, want, or feel, or otherwise experience--and imitate - counterproductive communication habits. Sometimes, … [Read more...]
“How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways…,”
April 18, 2014 by
Elizabeth Barrett Browning's begins... How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. How long has it been since you wrote your sweetheart a beautiful sonnet or simply told her/him, "I love you." Marriage and relationship experts agree on the importance of communicating love to our partners often and in a variety of forms. We often forget to show the ones we love how important they are to us. Simply saying, "I love you," is one way, but there are many other ways. Be creative. Do it with … [Read more...]
Stick with It! ~ Relationships Come First
April 14, 2014 by
Work your own relationship program - the one that gives you hope for the future. Make it a lifetime commitment. Stick to it and never ever stop. My father used to call this stick-to-itiveness! We often get so wrapped up in our everyday experiences that we forget that our 'relationship comes first'. It does, you know. Make it a habit to work together on your relationship. Relationships are something that must be worked on all the time, not only when they are broken and need to be … [Read more...]
Full Moon April 15 is in Libra
April 14, 2014 by
This Lunar Eclipse/ Full Moon in Libra brings the focus to our relationships and the dynamics in our relationships, for relationships are the looking-glass through which we can see ourselves… What are we needing to see within the dynamics being reflected? Where does balance need to be restored? Witness and feel the clarity and freedom that seeing brings… Here are the MYSTIC MAMMA Astral Insights from the most tuned in readers of the planetary movements. First from the wonderful … [Read more...]
Angry is a Habit ~ CelebrateLove.com
April 10, 2014 by
We often cannot see that we have choice to be angry or not. No matter what happens we always have choice. The hurt we experience sometimes keeps us at a distance from responsible choices. We can move through the pain of a changing relationship much more rapidly when we remember that we are never without choice. It's okay to feel angry. It is also important to remember that no one can "make" you angry. That is only and always a choice. The psychological importance of working through … [Read more...]
Back to the Future, CelebrateLove.com
March 29, 2014 by
Back to the Future Is your relationship going through a rough spot? Are the good ole days fading fast? Instead of giving in or giving up... perhaps it's time to take a look back. Can you remember the good times? To stay motivated during the tough times, take some time to go back in your memory to when you were first together. If I were betting man, I'd win money that you both have probably stopped doing the things that brought you together in the first place. Am I … [Read more...]
