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Angry That You Can't Get What You Want? - 01/30/2010
Relationship conflict becomes difficult to manage when both partners feel trapped and manipulated by the other, like Justin who refused to give himself permission to enjoy things he could get for himself, and Bernice who refused to be put in the role of the bad guy who spoiled Justin's life. Read the 4 tips on managing the conflict by acknowledging and taking care of your own needs.
Do You Have to Hide Your Happiness to Please Your Partner? - 08/20/2009
Couples relationship problems. Is your partner jealous of your good moods? Do you feel guilty if you are happy and your partner is in a bad mood? If so, both of you are playing a one up, and one down game that sabotages your chances of a healthy and satisfying relationship. Get tips on avoiding that sabotaging game.
Turning Relationship Insecurity into Connective Security. - 07/20/2009
Anger management for relationship insecurity. If you feel invisible and dropped when your partner is busy or talking to other people, it's like you just got disconnected. It can make you angry and resentful which creates a rift in the relationship. Get tips on reconnecting with your partner no matter whether you are together or doing different things in different places.
Are You a Victim of Emotional Blackmail? - 06/09/2009
Anger management for emotional blackmail. Are you angry that you keep getting hooked by your partner's emotional blackmail? Does your partner make you feel mean and selfish if you buy yourself something nice? Do you feel guilty when you put yourself first? Are you put in an impossible position of having to choose between yourself and your partner? Learn why you get caught and get tips on changing the pattern of blackmail, rage and resentment.
Angry That Your Partner Isn't Who You Signed Up For? - 04/30/2009
Anger management for couples who are tired of doing all the work in the relationship. Ease frustration and resentment by communicating your needs in ways that will get you what you want. Find the tenderness in your partner, reduce the anger and disappointment and connect in satisfying ways
Are You Angry That Your Partner Misunderstands Your Motives? - 04/17/2009
Anger management for couples who are fed up with their partners continually misunderstanding their motives. When innocent questions are interpreted as judgmental accusations it is enough to drive you round the bend. Find out how to get out of this vicious cycle of couple miscommunication
Managing Anger When You Feel Ignored - 03/17/2009
Anger management is vital when you are irritated and furious at being ignored. By Dr. Jeanette Raymond, psychologist. Anger management for satisfying relationsips. Rage at not being acknowledged and attended to can make you behave in ways that make loved ones recoil. Learn how you can get the attention you deserve by managing the source of the anger so it doesn't embarrass you.
Prove You Love Me! - 12/13/2008
Anger management for couples. Couples conflict comes to a head. Despite five years of living with Martin, Tanya was still competing with Martin’s mother for the top spot in his attentions. She had waited long enough to find the right person. Martin had seemed just right for the job. He was warm, loving, loyal and a good listener. The only trouble was, Tanya wasn’t willing to share. It had to be all or nothing. He had to give up his mother and choose Tanya to prove his love. Torn between being the apple of his mother’s eye and the love of Tanya’s life, he was overwhelmed with conflict. He didn't want to be independent of his mother only to be dependent on Tayna.
Go To Therapy Or Else We Are Through! - 11/28/2008
Anger Management for effective couples communication. Suspicion drives couples apart. "I've told you a million times, I'm not interested in Al. He's just my boss. You’re screwed up. I can’t take this anymore. You’re so suspicious it’s becoming impossible to have a normal relationship with you. You need help.” accused Josie. “Go to therapy, or else we are through!"
You Listen To Every One Else Except Me! - 11/16/2008
Anger management in couples communicaton.“ I don’t know why you bother asking my opinion on anything. You don’t take me seriously. You make me feel that my ideas are worthless, until of course they are corroborated by someone else who has authority in your eyes. If I am so dumb why did you marry me?” Valerie pleaded.
Is Sex The Battle Ground In Your Relationship? - 11/16/2008
Anger management for couples who manipulate one another. Anger management when sex is used as a weapon.You just don’t get it do you? You criticize me if I’m tired, or if I go away for work and don’t do the chores around the house. If I am not in the mood to do what you want, you blame me for spoiling your plans. You never ask what I want to do, or show any concern for how I feel. It doesn’t exactly make me feel like having sex with you.”
Are You Addicted To Fighting With Your Partner? - 11/01/2008
Anger Management for improved couples communication. You practice counting to ten and vow not to sweat the small stuff. But before you know it, the fight is already in round three. Your heart is racing, a pulse is pounding in your head, and your is stomach churning with indignation as you try to position yourself to win. Find out what feeds the additction to arguments with your loved one.
Are You Secretly thrilled When Your Partner Is Selfish? - 07/22/2008
Anger Management for dealing with selfish partners. Couples Conflict. Couples Communication problems. What a selfish and self-centered man he was! He had done it again- made it all about him. As her rage subsided, a smug smile danced on Lorraine’s face. It made her feel secure that Joe had behaved exactly as predicted. Her anger was validated. He truly deserved the bad guy label because he put himself first, last and always. He needs to change, not me.