When you love an addict By Stephanie Manley One of the hardest things you can ever do is to love an addict. Addiction is a vicious and an all influencer that very few relationships can survive. The addiction whether it is drugs, food, alcohol, or even the internet really doesn’t matter because that desire that your loved one will have will over shadow all. Loving an addict leaves you feeling empty and very alone. Realize that the addition will over shadow all aspects in your … [Read more...]
7 Myths About Creating A Better Relationship
November 1, 2005 By Leave a Comment
In my private practice for over 14 years no matter what my clients have come to see me about, there has always been an issue about a better relationship. Here are 7 of the most common misconceptions my clients have related to me about having a better relationship. These misconceptions are followed by my perspective on each one of them. Myth 1 I have to love everything about my partner Reality Check 1 You were born pure and pristine. You then learnt behaviors from your parents, … [Read more...]
Dating Red Flags – When the Behavior Does Not Match the Words
October 18, 2005 By Leave a Comment
You folks know how I love to delve into those Red Flags. Here is a recent article that I read and enjoyed. Stephanie Manley Q: The woman I am dating is very confusing. She will promise to do something and I believe she really means it, and then goes out and either does not do what she promised and/or does the opposite. This is starting to drive me nuts, and I'm not sure what to do about it. Can you help? A: One of the main principles that has helped me through all of these years of … [Read more...]
Great Expectations
October 13, 2005 By Leave a Comment
This is a great article that I read at Pyschology Today. Great Expectations Summary: Has the quest to find the perfect soul mate done more harm than good? Psychologists provide insight into how the never-ending search for ideal love can keep you from enjoying a marriage or a healthy relationship that you already have. http://cms.psychologytoday.com/articles/pto-3300.html Click here Stephanie … [Read more...]