Posted: February 17th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Uncategorized | No Comments »
Whether you are enjoying the initial attraction or years of connection, there are certain traits in a mate that are absolutely irresistible. No, this is not about who has the biggest six-pack or the nicest car. They are the qualities that make you not only desirable, but also irreplaceable. You will find your partner missing you when you are gone, bragging about you to friends, and wondering what good fortune led him/her to such a great catch.
Drive
Rather than sitting back and seeing what life will provide, people with drive claim their lives. (more…)
Posted: February 12th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Uncategorized | No Comments »
Being able to speak your mind and addressing concerns with others is vital for a relationship to remain healthy and progressive. It also does wonders for self-esteem because there is an ability to meet needs, fostering a sense of empowerment. However, successful resolution takes skill, planning, and finesse. This month we will cover attitude preparation because it involves some of the work to be done before you reach out.
Identify Assumptions
It can be tempting to assume our interpretation of an event is an accurate representation of reality rather than a slant. (more…)
Posted: February 12th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Uncategorized | No Comments »
“Forgiveness is a sort of divine absurdity which includes a willing relinquishment of certain rights. This is really a costly sacrifice of something of one’s self and an act of love-giving where there is no logical reason or any guarantee. It is a recognition that one must live with the consequences of the sin.” – Walter Wangerin, Jr.
This is a time of year when the word “forgiveness” is generously used. When suggested, it is often joined with the idea of starting over. (more…)
Posted: February 12th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Uncategorized | No Comments »
Self-esteem is often mistaken as a description of the actual person. In reality, it is merely the lens through which the world and existence is interpreted. These imposed meanings then direct beliefs, emotions and behaviors. The result is a self-fulfilling prophecy that ignores large chunks of the moment. Information that does not fit the lens is dismissed so nothing contradicts and no alternatives are within reach.
In a way, the circumstances around the earthquake in Haiti provide a parallel. The people on this island are dealing with destroyed cities, devastated infrastructures, death and injury. (more…)
