I started an experiment a few months ago, and have gathered enough research that I can confidently share it with you now, just in time for Festivus, Christmas, or New Years; whichever you celebrate. It started with a premise that nobody wants to be miserable.  Even people that act miserable on a regular basis would [...]

One of the dynamics that plays out with long term relationships is that you get into arguments.  And not just any kind of arguments, but the kind that push every last button you have.  The fight may begin innocently enough, but it escalates to the point where you feel totally unsafe around your partner. The [...]

With the holidays upon us yet again, I wanted to re-visit a blog I originally wrote a few years ago.  It’s a timeless piece that always helps me get through this time of year with grace and ease (mostly!).  I want to address how to maintain balance, joy and abundance while interacting with people who [...]

It’s that time of year again; the holidays are upon us!  I love the holidays, but I’m not a fan of buying gifts.  I’m one of those rare women who don’t like to shop.  I don’t know, maybe I got all my shopping ya-yas out when I was a buyer for a major department store.  Actually, what happens is [...]

Variety is the spice of life, right?  If that’s really true, then the way we approach romantic relationships pretty much dooms them to failure from the start. I’ve been talking with a number of people lately about how silly it is to ask a person to choose one sex partner for the rest of their [...]