“Can you meet me in the middle?” “Sure, I can do that.” “Great, then you have a deal.” Ω Sometimes in our relationships we need to meet the other person in the “middle.”  That means we all need to take a step towards the other person.  It could be a kind gesture, a gentle touch, […]

“Well, what do you think?” After a long pause, the wife responded, “I need to take some time to process this, and then I will give you an answer.” “Why can’t you tell me now?” “I’m afraid if I answer now, I will be coming from a place of emotion, and we may get into […]

The snake slithers through the grass.  He is looking for some food.  Meanwhile, a small mouse is enjoying the sunshine, while looking for some food of his own.  It is pretty evident that the two animals cannot live together, given the snake is a predator of the mouse.  However, the mouse understands that the snake […]

When we are in a healthy, loving relationship, we give without “strings.”  We understand that the best that we can do for our loved one, is to give to them – without desiring anything in return.  It is the relationships that consists of “give and take” that can turn from love to control. When we […]

Do you ever wonder why you feel like there is so much “drama” in your life?  It seems that nearly every day you are dealing with some event that many refer to as having drama.  Do you sometimes wonder what will happen today to create the so-called drama? The concept of “drama” is a pretty […]

When relationships are built on love, the people involved in the relationship provide support for one another.  While encouraging each other to be their own person and to pursue their passions, there can sometimes be difficulties.  Sometimes, it is difficult to encourage your mate to pursue their passions when it may conflict with the pursuit […]

Sometimes, when we grow, there may be others in our lives that do not grow with us.  Sometimes, those people in our lives may actually be envious of our “flight to happiness” and attempt to bring us back down. Although, we feel that everyone can grow to connect with their inner-selves, there may be some […]

“Would you like to go to a movie?” “Sure, what would you like to see?” “I don’t care, you can pick.” Ω We have talked about the importance of finding “me time,”  but it is also important to find one-on-one time with others.   When you have “personal time” with another, you get the opportunity to […]

Interacting with others can be one of the most challenging things that you do throughout your life.  Think about it.  Everywhere you look, there is a “relationship.”  You have a working relationship with your boss, co-workers, customers, and vendors.  At home, you have a relationship with your mate, children, neighbors, door-to-door sales people, garbage person, […]