by Karel on July 25, 2011
Part of knowing what makes a strong relationship is recognizing when the connection isn’t there. The list below actually pinpoints behaviors that will destroy just about any type of relationship. My respondents identified that “blood is thicker than water,” doesn’t mean that a relative with a toxic personality must be forgiven unconditionally. People have to [...]
What does it take to build a strong, positive family that stays connected? Answers from several women hold great power for me. I’ve chosen the top six responses in terms of frequency. Perhaps you will see something you can relate to… Communication— keeps all issues out in the open. Unconditional love. Shared experiences—meals, fun, and [...]
by Karel on July 11, 2011
Figuring out exactly what our role is in a family can be tricky. We are more than disciplinarians; women are also the designated guardian of family traditions. Designated by whom, I have no idea. However, we know the devil is in the details and managing those intricate matters are what we do best. But regardless [...]
Families begin with a shared heritage, but they either grow close through adversity or they simply crumble apart. Have you ever seen a child throw a tantrum and then shake your head at the way the parent responded to the crisis? It’s the weirdest feeling in the world…that lack of control. I’ve experienced the tantrum [...]