Tag Archives: resentment
The Gift of Forgiveness
Who hasn’t suffered pain in a relationship or been angered by the toxic remarks of a colleague? And what about the mistakes you’ve made, whether by poor choices or in hurting others? Negative feelings like these can fester if left unexpressed. Holding on to resentments is like taking poison and waiting for the other person to die. Studies show that forgiving can be as beneficial to you as to those who have wronged you. Give it a try. When you access genuine compassion, you’ll experience an increased sense of wellbeing. … Continue reading
Ashley Madison and the High Cost of Infidelity
Adultery isn’t a new concept to any of us, but the illegal hacking onto the Ashley Madison website was an unprecedented crime. The ripple effect of the massive information release has impacted over 37 million families. And it’s taken a huge emotional toll – hate crimes, blackmail, embarrassment, shame, even suicide. Of course, there are many hidden dangers in acts of betrayal. And to minimize the fallout is totally naive. The result is often personal ruin and devastation of the family. An affair can be related to many issues – poor moral … Continue reading
Posted in intimate partner, stress, well-being, your self
Tagged a second chance, active listening, adultery, anxiety, Ashley Madison, blackmailing, conflict resolution, couples support group, family, fear, hate crimes, illegal hacking, infidelity, marriage therapy, resentment, shame, suicide
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Get Ready to Refresh Your Marriage
If you’re new to this blog, scroll down to Monday and read the post about how to make a good marriage better. There you’ll find practical tips and links to get you off to a good start. And below are a few more ideas that may help: Ask for what you need. No one’s a mind reader. Sometimes, out of frustration or resentment, couples stop talking. Recommit to understanding each other’s anger or disappointment. If you meet halfway, you’ll both get more of what you want. Invest in your own … Continue reading
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Tagged anger, communication, disappointment, gratitude, happiness, marriage, positive reinforcement, relationships, resentment
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Eliizabeth Edwards: The Value of Perspective and Resilience
The title of Elizabeth Edward’s book is Resilience. We’ve spent the week looking at ways to increase your ability to bounce back in challenging circumstances. It’s hard to really know what’s going on in other peoples’ lives. And, as Sandwiched Boomers, we all know that situations aren’t always as they seem. Is what Elizabeth Edwards is doing the best for her family and herself? Maybe not. Although you’d never know it from the media’s emphasis, her husband’s affair is only one part of her life story. Some say revenge is … Continue reading
