Relationship Conflict

In his classic guide to understanding the opposite sex, Dr. John Gray provides a practical and proven way for men and women to improve their communication and relationships by acknowledging the differences between them. Once upon a time Martians and Venusians met, fell in love, and had happy relationships together because they respected and accepted their differences. Then they came to Earth and amnesia set in: They forgot they were from different planets.

Using real-world examples, illustrations from their own lives, and a researchbased approach, dynamic daughter-mother duo Lauren Reitsema and Joneen Mackenzie guide you through familiar relationship situations. Their suggestions can be used with your partner, coworkers, children, extended family members, and friends. Drawing from their experience teaching thousands through The Center for Relationship Education, they introduce practical, easy-to-use strategies that will help you communicate more effectively and work through relationship challenges with confidence.

Just as Masters and Johnson were pioneers in the study of human sexuality, so Dr. John Gottman has revolutionized the study of marriage. As a professor of psychology at the University of Washington and the founder and director of the Seattle Marital and Family Institute, he has studied the habits of married couples in unprecedented detail over the course of many years. His findings, and his heavily attended workshops, have already turned around thousands of faltering marriages.

Talk to Me like I'm Someone You Love is a brilliant interactive relationship tool that can help couples stop arguing and begin healing. This revised edition features two new sections - one on making love and another on deepening trust - containing more than 25 new "flash cards for real life", statements that hold the power to express what we wish we could say to the person we love but for which we can't find either the right words or the right tone in which to say them.

It’s only recently that the real impact of passive-aggressive behavior on a relationship has been identified in all of its destructive impacts. Women like you could be subjected to weeks of isolation and neglect, while some people would consider this situation as “normal” for any marriage. Now we know It causes women to develop a progressive feeling of isolation, of being left emotionally dry and bereft precisely in the most intimate of relationships. Whatever the degree of emotional detachment they experience, the impact on their self-esteem is very profound and long lasting. In this...

Sólida formación profesional, profunda sensibilidad, capacidad de adaptación, audacia y observación son solo algunas de las cualidades que esta afamada profesional recomienda a quienes deseen sondear su camino. Un libro para disfrutar y aprender. Ideal para psicólogos, sociólogos e interesados en el estudio de las relaciones humanas.

We all experience difficult relationships. Oftentimes we try to reconcile but the other person simply won't, or else we find they can't keep the commitments they made during reconciliation. How do we handle these tough relationships in a way that brings peace to our lives and glory to God?

Did you know that Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a better predictor of success than IQ? You can have all the skills and smarts, but if you aren’t great with people, your personal and professional life will always fall short of your expectations. In every sector, from teaching to manufacturing to law enforcement, brains and brawn no longer cut it. The ability to interact well with others—peers, subordinates, and clients—is what makes candidates highly desirable in today’s competitive market. Improving your EI is not about sitting in a circle and singing kumbaya. It’s about becoming...

Break the code of co-parenting with a narcissist! Do you want to protect your children from the toxic effects of narcissistic behavior? Is it hard for you to set boundaries with your narcissistic co-parent without escalating conflict? Are you facing legal challenges around custody, visitation, or child support in your co-parenting situation? Do you want to learn how to raise confident, resilient children in a challenging co-parenting environment? Here’s just a tiny fraction of what you’ll find inside: Learn Common Tactics Used By Narcissists - Identify narcissistic traits such as their ...

Over the past several years, Dr. Becky Kennedy—known to her followers as “Dr. Becky”—has been sparking a parenting revolution. Millions of parents, tired of following advice that either doesn’t work or simply doesn’t feel good, have embraced Dr. Becky’s empowering and effective approach, a model that prioritizes connecting with our kids over correcting them. Parents have long been sold a model of childrearing that simply doesn’t work. From reward charts to time outs, many popular parenting approaches are based on shaping behavior, not raising humans.

Let's explore how conflict can be done in a productive, loving way.

The harrowing story of 14-year-old Kathleen who faces betrayal by a trusted family priest in a close-knit 1970s Catholic community and incarceration in an institution for "fallen women." Imagine the shame when you can't even tell the truth to those you love and they banish you to Ireland to have your baby in secret. How will poor Kathleen ever recover from her ordeal?This is a dramatic and heartbreaking story about the joys and tests of motherhood and the power of love, friendship and family ties spanning several decades. Years later, another mother, Faye, grapples with her own challenges ...

With this book, you’ll find powerful mindfulness skills for calming your own stress response when difficult emotions arise. You’ll also discover strategies for cultivating respectful communication, effective conflict resolution, and reflective listening. In the process, you’ll learn to examine your own unhelpful patterns and ingrained reactions that reflect the generational habits shaped by your parents, so you can break the cycle and respond to your children in more skillful ways.

Healthy boundaries. We all know we should have them - in order to achieve work/life balance, cope with toxic people, and enjoy rewarding relationships with partners, friends, and family. But what do "healthy boundaries" really mean - and how can we successfully express our needs, say "no", and be assertive without offending others? Licensed counselor, sought-after relationship expert, and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram Nedra Glover Tawwab demystifies this complex topic for today's world.

Have you tried to change toxic habits before, only to slip back into the same patterns that push people away?Are your relationships suffering because of constant conflict, but you’re unsure how to stop the damage? Do you wonder if it’s possible to truly change and experience genuine happiness and harmony? If any of these questions resonate with you, know that you are not alone. Reclaim your life and relationships by shedding the toxic patterns that have held you captive. Envision a future where your connections are meaningful, your heart is light, and your spirit is free to thrive. No ...

No matter who you’re talking to, The Next Conversation gives you immediately actionable strategies and phrases that will forever change how you communicate. Jefferson Fisher, trial lawyer and one of the leading voices on real-world communication, offers a tried-and-true framework that will show you how to transform your life and your relationships by improving your next conversation.

For anyone looking to fix their troubled relationship, this book is your go-to guide. In "Saving Your Relationship," Charlott Malabago outlines a clear three-phase approach to resolving conflicts that may be harming your love and connection. Whether you're stuck in constant fights or feeling distant from each other, this book offers practical solutions to help you come closer and build a stronger, happier relationship. With this book, you'll grasp the dynamics of your relationship and find easy-to-use tips and tools to reignite your love. From better communication to handling conflicts and ...

Filled with expert advice and real-life anecdotes, 5 Types of People Who Can Ruin Your Life is an essential guide to helping you escape negative relationships, build healthy connections, and safeguard your reputation and personal life in the process. And if you have a high-conflict personality, this book will help you help yourself.

As America's number-one crisis-management expert, Judy Smith has been asked to help overcome the obstacles faced by some of the most well-known companies, celebrities, and politicians of our time. In the process she has discovered that, whether or not one is a household name, there are universal character flaws, trouble spots, and weaknesses that exist in everyone. Over the years, Smith has been able to identify these high-risk traits that often lead to marital, financial, professional, or personal imprudence.

12 Practical Steps to Making Your Marriage Heaven on Earth: No Matter Your Current Situation, Good, Bad, or Ugly; Your Marriage Can Be Better Is your marriage experiencing the bliss of love or the strain of everyday life? Are you seeking a transformative journey to elevate your relationship to divine heights? Look no further! "12 Practical Steps to Making Your Marriage Heaven on Earth" is your ultimate guide to rejuvenating and revitalizing your marriage, regardless of its current state. Imagine waking up every day to a marriage that feels like heaven on earth. This book offers 12 ...