I recently went on a personal adventure to Antigua, Guatemala. It was my own miniature version of Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love. Well, she traveled for an entire year (to Italy, India, and Bali) and I only went away for…
Be Curious, Not Furious
Curiosity may have killed the cat but it will do wonders for your relationship. The next time your partner, colleague, teenager, parent, or annoying friend does something that triggers your anger, stop . . . breathe . . . and…
Will You Be My Valentine?
Valentine’s day can be so much more than just a day to acknowledge your sweetheart. It can also be a day to honor love and appreciation of all kinds. So I want to acknowledge and honor YOU, my readers. …
24 Shades of Red
My husband, Daniel, and I don’t often get a chance to do presentations together. However, recently we did! My friends and colleagues, Jane Warren and Bob Tomes of Vibrant Couples, invited us to participate with them and 22 other relationship…
Big Rocks
Most of us work part-or-full time to make a living, keep our homes, and care for our families. Some of us even work two jobs! But what about our hours beyond work? How do we fill our time? What are…
A Shortcut to Daily Intimacy with Your Beloved: Puppy Love
When you reunite after having been apart, even for a short time, greet each other with enthusiasm, as a dog might greet his beloved owner. Be playful, excited, and grateful that your beloved has reunited with you. Stop what you’re…