Attachment Styles

This week I had an epic fail with my son. My unhealthy attachment patterns from childhood showed up and our relationship got fractured. I was upset at his behaviour (he was neglecting his chores and responsibilities because he was out playing, and I had to pick up the slack) and instead of focusing on that, […]

Last week I examined how to know if you are in a codependent relationship. Several readers identified with being a people pleaser in a codependent relationship and asked how to work on this issue. I’m encouraged to hear your bravery in wanting to make positive changes in yourself and your relationship. The first step in […]

Are you happy in your relationship? Are you truly happy? Some of you may think that you are, but perhaps your happiness is dependent upon your partner’s happiness?  What do I mean by this? Sometimes couples think they are happy. But when we take a closer look, much of their happiness is conditional and lopsided. […]