by Michael | Oct 15, 2024 | Domestic Violence - General
“My husband and I have been separated for a year because he was physically and emotionally abusive. Since then, I know he’s been working on changing—going to counseling, taking classes, etc. Even though my friends and family think it’s a terrible idea, I miss him and...
by Michael | Jun 15, 2021 | The Change Journey
Years ago, after I’d assaulted my wife, I decided to focus on stopping that bad behavior. Several months passed and it felt like I was doing better. I’d still get upset sometimes, but by taking a time-out I could avoid the really damaging acts. Honestly, I was...
by Michael | Feb 15, 2021 | Problem areas
A few years ago, my co-worker’s husband bought a new sofa. To his dismay, instead of thanking him for his thoughtful purchase, she was upset. He’d charged it on a high-interest credit card without asking her, which explained her reaction. Unequal decision-making like...
by Michael | Dec 15, 2020 | Communication Skills
It started innocently enough—but what should have been an easy conversation about our weekend plans turned into a difficult one. The resulting discussion was a good reminder of how emotions affect communication. In particular, it highlighted why it’s necessary to have...
by Michael | May 13, 2020 | The Change Journey
One of the things I thought was cool about my first car (unfortunately, not the one pictured here) is that it had lots of gauges on the dash. In addition to the standard warning lights, it featured a gauge for the engine temperature, oil pressure, and alternator...
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