How to Have Effective Relationship Communication

“Men are motivated and empowered when they feel needed. Women are motivated and empowered when they feel cherished.” John Gray So who how well are you communicating?  Not such an odd question if you listen to the conversations going on all around you.  We are often frustrated, so we take it out on our spouses, so in times of high stress the actual tone of the talk can be abysmal. How...
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How to Be a Model of Happiness in Your Relationship

Ah, happiness. We know it when we have it in our relationship and we miss it when we don’t. I’d like to share a quote by the great Albert Schweitzer: “I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I do know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who have sought and found how to serve.” Being happy is not only a personal attribute that...
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Author Jan Harrell Busts the Myths about Blame in Relationships

Jan Harrell busts the myths about blame in relationships with her practical insights derived from her life and 30 years of practicing psychology in an interview with Donna Marie Thompson, PhD  on the Bouncing Back Now show on the Real Coaching Radio TV Network. In Jan’s second book: Love Again – Creating Relationships Without Blame, she espouses that we manage our relationships with...
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How to Use and Not Use Texting for a Great First Date

What are the do’s and don’ts of texting when you are on the verge of dating?  How do you know?  It is all very confusing for sure. My special guest on the Bounce Back show on webtalkradio, Vanessa Taylor, shared her experience and expertise with us. Vanessa is the author of Text. Love. Power: The Ultimate Guide for Texting and Dating in the New Millennium. Texting Taboos for...
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Love Compatibility – Key Factor A

“A” is the featured letter for today. Ah, the premier letter always comes in first.  It never has to wait - it is at the top of list without thinking.  It does not need to anticipate – no need to abstain; it is called upon aptly and ably. Although you will notice in this series “A” did not come first. Love Compatibility Key Factor “A”...
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