Do you find yourself feeling taken for granted in your relationships?
Do you feel like you are the one who gives more and receives less?
Do you feel unsure of how important you are to your friends, family
and lovers? Unconsciously, you may be teaching people to treat
you in a careless way by your behaviors.
John once again was feeling as if no one cared about what he needed or wanted. He and his wife had just returned from a much-needed vacation. They agreed that she would make most of the arrangements for the trip. He thought he was very clear that he did not want to go on any long guided trips. On the first day of the trip, however, John learned his first activity was an all-day guided bus tour on a bus with a lot of people. Continue reading
Several years ago, I had the pleasure of celebrating Memorial Day in a small town in a rural area. Families and friends gathered to celebrate. There was a band, picnic baskets, banners and American flags galore. There was even a small but enthusiastic parade. Veterans of all ages and the women and men who loved them marched down the street with joy, pride and gratitude. They were proud of the brave men and women who served their country in life and death. They were grateful for the peace they lived in everyday.
The man came into my office and told me he was here to be “fixed”. He told me he had an anger problem and needed someone to help him get rid of it.