There is more to listening though, than just being aware of your blocks. So here are steps to listening. 1. Stop what you are doing, face the person, become present and then listen. This means you have to stop typing on the computer, balancing your checkbook, or...
Blending families not only create challenges that are unique, but are quite overwhelming. Consider these comments, for example: “I had hoped to win my stepchild’s affection and approval with lots of love and attention. But after many years I still have not...
Does it sometimes feel like your spouse is from another planet? That the two of you speak totally different languages? That’s actually not so far from the truth.People of all genders do have different ways of communicating. To remedy communication problems, those...
Everyone involved in constructing a building has to go by the same plans. If not, it can become a complete disaster. The same is true for a marriage. To be successful, you must have the same plans, or be on the same page.Premarital counseling can help you to do...
