finding-harmony-in-relationship-conflict

Finding Harmony in Relationship Conflict

Two Musicians on Different Notes Michael and Jonathan sat uneasily on the couch with a safe distance between them for the first Oral History Interview.  For me to see both of them on the computer screen, I asked them to move closer and they laughed nervously.   Both are gifted musicians who support their partner’s career…

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The Grief of an Affair

Read part one of this two-part article: How Do Affairs Happen? The revelation of a partner’s affair (sexual or emotional) comes as a shock to the hurt partner, even when doubts exist. The loss of trust in a relationship is no different from a physical loss. The closeness of the relationship and the hurt partner’s…

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31 Easy Ways to Be More Romantic

Simple romantic gestures can help cut through the weeds of routine that can make relationships feel less dazzling than the movies, whether you’ve been together for six months, six years, or over six decades. Trying something new together is a simple way to rekindle the flame. In fact, I invite you to join me in…

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4 Tips to Build Everyday Trust in Relationships

When you think of trust in relationships, you likely think of rebuilding after an incident where trust was challenged and/or lost. Some common reasons trust becomes an issue in relationships are dishonesty, unreliability, and betrayal.  Let’s focus on building a foundation of trust from the start of the relationship. To prevent the pitfalls of the…