In Part 1 of this series, I discuss the importance of the law of reciprocity. If a relationship isn’t reciprocal, it will eventually become a source of anger and resentment. Healthy relationships can’t exist on a one-way street paved with double standards. Part 2 explains the joy of saying no. I discuss secondary gains and […]
Just Say No: Every Time You Enforce a Boundary an Angel Gets Its Wings [Meme]
Help a pupper out! Have some boundaries. Say no to guilt trips and shaming. If you Haven’t done anything wrong, then there’s no reason to feel guilty or ashamed. Did you operate outside of your integrity? Okay, so own it and course correct. If you’re unsure or deep in the FOG (fear, obligation, guilt), ask […]
What Causes Unhealthy Relationship Choices and Patterns, Part 2
What Causes Unhealthy Relationship Choices and Patterns, Part 1, discusses unhealthy beliefs about the self and relationships that impact the kind of partner one chooses and, subsequently, the quality of relationships one has. These beliefs are often the root cause of destructive relationship choices and patterns engaged in by codependents, narcissists and borderlines. The faulty […]
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