by Marilyn halls | Apr 15, 2024
Many couples tell me that money discussions often get heated and escalate very quickly In such situations, behaviors that Dr. John Gottman dubs “The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” (“Criticism, Defensiveness, Contempt and Stonewalling”) come into play and suggest a...
by Marilyn halls | Mar 15, 2024
Improving Your Communication Using a Positivity Approach Dr. John Gottman studied communication and interaction patterns of couples in the “love lab” he established at the University of Washington in Seattle. Here couples came to a bed and breakfast type setting where...
by Marilyn halls | Mar 14, 2024
Improving Your Communication Using a Positivity Approach Many couples struggle with communication issues. In my practice I hear comments such as “When we try to address a serious topic such as in laws, disciplining our children or getting them to finish their...
by Marilyn halls | Mar 9, 2024
In our fast-moving world, stress has become an omnipresent aspect of everyday life. It shapes our experiences, impacts our well-being, and challenges our mental health. Yet, understanding and effectively managing these stressors is not just a necessity but a skill...
by Marilyn halls | Mar 1, 2024
The desire to improve your relationship is important for the mental health of couples. Hardly a human being alive couldn’t benefit from these helpful tips for healthy and happy relationships based on the research of John Gottman Ph,D. Let’s start, shall...
by Marilyn halls | Sep 14, 2022
At a certain age, the idea of a senior living community becomes more appealing. How appealing this is will be different for each individual, Then there are those who are fiercely independent and will have nothing to do with this group living arrangement. ‘ Weighing...
by Marilyn halls | Oct 21, 2021
Self-Isolation Woes, Your Fitness, and You: Keep the Negative Energy Out with These Three Actions Self-isolation during COVID pandemic was a challenge. It was difficult to find your balance and get right with yourself. A lot of adults and children experienced high...
by Marilyn halls | May 27, 2021
Are you stressed out about getting older? You’re not alone. The sources of senior stress center around questions. Many older adults have questions and concerns about the future. But you have to find ways to mitigate the stress and prevent them from interfering with...
by Marilyn halls | Feb 9, 2021
It might seem impossible to heal after an affair, but believe it or not, your relationship can improve. What do I mean by the word affair? At one time the commonly held definition involved sexual activity. This of course can still be true but today many affairs fall...
by Marilyn halls | Apr 25, 2020
Downsizing your home and seeking ways to live more simply and safely as we grow older is considered a smart thing to do. Yet most people need to warm up to the idea. Whether you’re thinking of moving into a smaller, single-story home or a senior living community,...
