Many people don’t realize that the words “Will you marry me?” are another way of saying “There’s a storm coming.” Getting engaged is like being hit by a hurricane because it’s always a lot more damaging and harder to endure than people expect. Instead of rain and sleet, however, you’re pounded by … [Read more...]
Said vs Heard
What is heard is sometimes very different than what is said. For instance, the other night my girlfriend and I were out walking her dog when out of the silence she said, “I don’t want to be poor.” This was a straightforward statement simply meant to share what was on her heart. Of course, I don’t … [Read more...]
Is this a Blessing?
The best question I’ve discovered to develop emotional health is: “Where is the good?” This question helps remind us that there is good in all things, and being able to find the positive makes them easier to forgive and accept. This week I discovered a new question: “Is this a blessing?” where the … [Read more...]
How to Compliment a Girl
The other day I was walking by a group of guys and I heard the one say, “I’d tap that.” No, he wasn’t saying this about me... and no, I wasn’t disappointed. This comment was directed towards a girl nearby. What was strange to me was that the guy said this like it was the ultimate compliment. It … [Read more...]
The Importance of Comparing
One of the best lessons I’ve ever learned is in the book The Spirituality of Imperfection. The lesson is given by a Rabbi who tells his disciples that everyone needs to have two pockets: one for gold and one for dirt. On the one hand, we are as precious as gold, and on the other, we’re as base as … [Read more...]
Partners are Not a Trashcan (Part 2): What They Actually Are
As we discussed last week, your partner is not a trashcan. We can’t shove whatever we want down their throats and expect them to say THANK YOU. Your partner is more like... a toilet. This will make sense in a minute or two... or an hour depending on how slow you read. And yes, I’m aware I need … [Read more...]
Your Partner is not a Trashcan (Part 1)
Quick Note: Yes, this article is going to be a two part-er. How exciting is that? It’s like in the show 24 when you’re left anticipating the next episode to see what happens. This is going to be just like that... minus the anxiety or the question of why does Jack Bauer always end up in such … [Read more...]
Love Isn’t Ownership
*Tip: get through the first paragraph I’ve been in a committed relationship now for over two and a half years. It’s been really good. She can be a bit temperamental, but I know how she likes to be handled. She’s been reliable and has only let me down a couple of times. In the beginning it was … [Read more...]
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