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Last week I was getting honest about the subjects of change and control. This week I’m answering about how I respond.
Then – 3/6/2004
“Journal question –How do I feel when the alcoholic refuses to be and do what I want? How do I respond?
I am trying to let go of the need to control ... Views: 845
Last week I had the conversation I had no intention of having. This week things are pleasant and I hope it continues.
Then – 2/25/2004
“Things have actually been pleasant. I can see him appreciating the kids so much more. He’s giving them hugs, telling them he loves them, playing games ... Views: 927
Last week I was beginning to answer questions with the help of Al-Anon’s 12 Step recovery program. This week I am answering whether I have accepted that alcoholism is a disease.
Then – 3/4/2004
“Al-Anon Journal question - Do I accept that alcoholism is a disease? How does that change how ... Views: 986
Then - 12/10/2003
“Last night when ‘Carl’ got home from his meeting and was in ‘Dan’s’ room saying good night, I thought I smelled liquor on him. I told him and he rolled his eyes and got huffy. It still bothered me so before he could go downstairs I asked him if I could smell his breath. ... Views: 1151
Last week I was applying the 3 C’s and getting honest about whether I’m looking for a quick fix to my problems. This week I’m looking at whether I feel responsibility and shame for others.
Then – 3/12/2004
“Journal question –In what situations do I feel excessive responsibility ... Views: 736
Last week I was questioning what the statistics are for my children’s emotional stability. This week I have a sneaking suspicion that my journal has been read.
Then – 2/21/2004
“I have a sneaking suspicion that ‘Carl’ has been reading this journal. He’s been caught reading it before. If ... Views: 1056
Last week was beginning to answer questions about Step Two - “Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity”. This week I am addressing whether I sense spiritual guidance in my life.
Then – 4/24/2004
“Journal question – Do I sense spiritual guidance in my ... Views: 1136
Last week things were pleasant and I hoped that they would continue. This week I’m beginning to answer questions with the help of Al-Anon’s 12 Step recovery program.
Then – 3/2/2004
“Journal question - Do I accept that I cannot control another person’s drinking? Another person’s ... Views: 979
Last week I was addressing when I say “Yes” but want to say “No”. This week I’m looking at taking care of others and myself.
Then – 4/4/2004
“Journal question – Do I take care of others easily, but find it difficult to care for myself?
Yes. I think most mothers are self sacrificing. ... Views: 1146
Last week I was answering about how I respond. This week I’m applying the 3 C’s and getting honest about whether I’m looking for a quick fix to my problems.
Then – 3/8/2004
“Journal question –How can I let go of other’s problems instead of trying to solve them?
The best way is for me ... Views: 1084
Last week I was looking at whether I feel more alive in a crisis. This week I’m looking at the difference between pity and love.
Then – 4/10/2004
“Journal question – What is the difference between pity and love?
To feel pity for someone is to feel bad for them without having a strong ... Views: 1794
Last week I was questioning what the right thing is. This week I’m questioning what the statistics are for my children.
Then – 2/18/2004
“‘Dr. Brody’ had to postpone our appointment until tomorrow. I’m disappointed. I guess now that I’ve taken the first step towards talking about all ... Views: 895
Last week I was looking at whether I feel responsibility and shame for others. This week I’m sharing what brought me into Al-Anon.
Then – 3/14/2004
“Journal question – What brought me into Al-Anon? What did I hope to gain at that time? How have my expectations changed?
I came to ... Views: 860
Then - 12/11/2003
“The big topic that came up during our argument was that he feels I don’t even want to be in a relationship. He feels that when he’s recovered I don’t even want to stay around; he thinks I’ve already made up my mind on the subject and that nothing he does to get better is ... Views: 951
Then - 11/1/2003
“I usually write when things are bad and they are as bad as it gets. ‘Carl’ has been to every doctor known to man, has taken every medicine available and even went to a nutritionist. For 2 ½ years we’ve been dealing with all of his physical ailments – night sweats, heart ... Views: 937
I recently got a letter from a visitor to the blog who said essentially, “my boyfriend is playing mind games, and I’m tired of it.” That I could understand. It’s difficult trudging through the emotions you’re already feeling related to the break up, but when your ex decides now is the time to ... Views: 10371
"My fiancé broke up with me!" It is tough enough when you hear another woman says that. When you turn out to be the one whose relationship just ended, it's shocking. How can you all of a sudden go from preparation for a wedding to facing a future entirely alone? It is not reasonable and you are ... Views: 4938
My Husband Always Comes Home Late: What To Do When Your Husband Comes Home Late And Drunk
Are you tired of your marriage relationship in its present state? Do you feel you've given until you can't give anymore?
If you answered yes to either of these questions, then I want you to do one ... Views: 3664
When you are newly separated, things can feel so dire. There is a lot of shock and also a great sense of urgency. But what happens if you have been through a separation multiple times? What if your spouse makes a habit of leaving you at the first sign of a fight? Well, then the shock can ... Views: 593
My Husband and I Are Separated He Is Dating: My Separated Husband Has A Girlfriend
If you're in a marriage where things are getting worse and worse, you may already be considering divorce. Of course, every marriage has ups and downs but sometimes it can seem like the 'downs' will never go ... Views: 4053
My Husband And I Argue All The Time: Why Does My Husband Pick Fights With Me - When Couples Argue Constantly
Constant fighting in marriages is very common - this is why there are a lot of wives complaining, "my husband and I argue all the time." The fact is, while fighting is common like I ... Views: 797
My Husband and I Argue Everyday: Leaving The House During An Argument
Conflict resolving skills are a very important part of any relationship, so improving those skills will have a positive affect on your marriage relationship. Although developing these alone will not necessarily save your ... Views: 598
My Husband and I Argue Everyday: We Argue Everyday about Nothing
When conflict arises it's typical to become angry, tense, and overly emotional. As women, we especially tend to wear our emotions on every part of our bodies. In other words, we use our eyes, our hands, our hips, our tears, our ... Views: 1011
My Husband and I Don't Agree On Anything: How to Keep My Husband in My Control and Get Him to Agree With Me
Once you are married, it is natural to want to keep your husband by your side forever. No wife likes it when her husband seems to be drifting away from her physically and emotionally. ... Views: 925
My Husband and I Don't Talk Anymore: We Have Nothing To Talk About Anymore
Most of the problems in a troubled marriage appear during what most consider to be a "midlife crisis". But, what is the number one complaint at this time? Most of the time the majority of the answers would be poor ... Views: 2533
My Husband and I Have Nothing To Talk About: Creative Ways To Communicate With Your Husband
Married women often become puzzled and anxious about their marriage relationship because they don't know how to properly communicate with their husbands. Instead of speaking loving and respectfully to ... Views: 896
My Husband and I Sleep In Separate Rooms: Husband and Wife Sleeping In Separate Rooms
Lack of intimacy can destroy relationships although some of you guys may think that sex is not everything in a relationship. But deep down inside you, you will feel that there is something missing without ... Views: 1372
My Husband Argues With Me about Everything: Husband Challenges Everything I Say
Whenever I think about how to stop marital arguments, my old office mate comes to mind. She was usually a happy and free spirited person but when it came to her marriage life, she became sad and ... Views: 4562
My Husband Asked For A Divorce I Said No: Stop My Divorce Save My Marriage
Rebuilding marriage sometimes can be scary and intimidating right? You look at how your marriage used to be and how much work you have to get back what you had and you wonder, "Is it worth it"?
Well, of course, you ... Views: 858
My Husband Beat Me For The First Time: My Husband Beats Me With His Belt
How well are you communicating in order to save the marriage? If you do not communicate effectively about a problem, communication becomes the problem.
A course on communication would be really helpful to the newly ... Views: 2436
My Husband Beat Me Up: My Husband Beats Me What Should I Do
A happily married couple, when asked for pointers, thought a moment and then said: "don't go to sleep with a disagreement unresolved." My first reaction was, "How to Save Marriage means I have to stay up all night?"
It was a new ... Views: 1093
My Husband Beats Me but I Love Him: I Love My Husband but He Beats Me
Myths and Expectations about Fighting:
There are many myths and expectations about fighting in marriage. Couples come into my office frequently believing that fighting is a necessary part of being a couple; that all ... Views: 1043
My Husband Betrayed My Trust: How To Trust Your Husband Again
Did you know that trusting your spouse is one of the most important elements of marriage? Did you know that without the sacred bond of trust between a husband and a wife, the marriage will be unhappily discontented all the while it ... Views: 860
My Husband Called Me Boring: He Says I'm Boring - When Your Husband Calls You Boring
Wives always complain about their husbands changing and becoming colder as the years go by. However, they fail to see that the changes started initially from them and that their husbands may have been the ... Views: 4342
My Husband Calls Me Names and Swears At Me: What to Do When Your Husband Swears At You
If your marriage is struggling, and you find yourself dealing with conflict-resolving issues with your spouse, you may be wondering if divorce is the only option left. After all, the loving feelings you ... Views: 1937
My Husband Calls Me Names When We Fight: What To Do When Your Husband Calls You Names
All marriages have conflict, that's a given because all relationships have conflict at some point or another. It is how those conflicts are handled that make the difference. Let me first begin by saying that ... Views: 4028
My Husband Can't Satisfy Me Sexually: When Your Husband's Sex Drive Is Gone
As a sex therapist and psychologist in Orange County, CA, I have found that a lot of people believe that it's always the woman who has no sex drive. But that is a myth. Women also call to complain that their husband ... Views: 1033
My Husband Cheated I Don't Love Him Anymore: Falling Out Of Love After Infidelity
Infidelity can actually destroy a marriage by destroying mutual trust and faith which is the very basis of every marriage. Surviving infidelity can be very difficult for a couple but if you both have decided to ... Views: 2833
My Husband Cheated On Me But Says He Loves Me: Is My Husband Going To Be Content With Our Marriage After His Affair
Forgiving someone for cheating on you is never an easy task. The feelings of hurt, betrayal and seemingly endless pain can get in the way of honest healing. In this article, I ... Views: 1315
My Husband Choked Me For The First Time: My Husband Choked Me Once During A Fight
This seems counter-intuitive, but a happily married couple will often tell you: "Always finish an argument before going to bed." How does that make sense? I wanted to ask, "This works?" and I am thinking, "How ... Views: 2129
My Husband Constantly Picks On Me: Leaving The House After A Fight - Not Coming Home After A Fight
Conflict resolution in any environment is a necessary skill to learn, but in a marriage relationship, this skill can have a great affect on the health of your marriage. Many couples today do not ... Views: 630
My Husband Controls Everything: My Husband Controls Everything I Do - My Husband Controls My Life
She could not look people in the eye as they greeted her. Head down, shoulders slumped; she headed to the nearest open seat and quietly slid into it. Her husband was a study in contrast. ... Views: 1493
My Husband Controls Me: My Husband Controls Everything I Do - My Husband Wants To Control Me
Are you married to a bossy or controlling spouse? Why do some couples control and boss each other around? People who control others with words, threats, fist, lies, and manipulative behavior usually ... Views: 1166
My Husband Does Nothing Special For Me: My Husband Never Does Anything Romantic
Isn't it wonderful when a man is being romantic? He's so creative and full of surprises and it just feels so good to be loved and romanced by a man whom you care about and love a lot too.
Unfortunately, when ... Views: 3495
My Husband Doesn't Acknowledge Me: I Feel Like My Husband Doesn't Care About Me
Years ago when I was working in a mental health center, I served on a committee that was redesigning the communications systems. In one meeting, a committee member named Susan said, "The receptionists sound ... Views: 978
My Husband Doesn't Communicate With Me: My Husband Won't Talk To Me about Anything
I think that good communication in marriage is THE most important element of a marriage. Firstly, good communication is the glue that holds a marriage together. Without it you are left with two acquaintances ... Views: 888
My Husband Doesn't Communicate With Me: Ways To Improve Marriage Communication - Strengthening Communication In Marriage
All the obvious signs are there that tell you that there is definitely a need to try to save your marriage. For instance, you are both obviously unhappy, you don't seem to ... Views: 508
My Husband Doesn't Like My Son: How To Have Stepfather And Son Get Along - My Husband Hates My Son His Stepson
If your family is a "remarried family" or a "step-family" then you're in good company. The experience of building a remarried or stepfamily is a common experience, not only for ... Views: 934
My Husband Doesn't Listen To Me When I Talk: How To Deal With Silent Treatment From Your Husband
Does your husband sulk and "go into his cave" when you have a disagreement? How do you handle this behavior? Do you freak out and try to get him to talk to you? Do you decide to ignore him too? ... Views: 774
My Husband Doesn't Love Me Anymore And It Hurts: What To Do When Husband Says He Doesn't Love Me Anymore
Yes it is possible to warm yourself into your husband's heart even if you could see signs that he doesn't love you anymore. Probably you have been taking certain things about him for ... Views: 2724