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Does Marital Commitment Make a Difference?
By
Linda Mintle
When Hugh Jackson and his wife of 27 years, Deborra-lee, separated recently, I was sad. They were a celebrity couple I hoped would go the distance. I know Hollywood divorces are common but still, we would like to see couples stay together. And even after the split, the Jackmans stated their love for each but…
6 Ways to Handle Rejection
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Linda Mintle
Feelings of rejection and deep anger are rooted deep in some people due to life experiences and hurt. And the inability to deal with whatever upset you, can lead to isolation. In some cases, people who feel rejected lash out at others and do unthinkable things. Rejection, while never an excuse to hurt anyone, is…
Dealing with Trauma in My Relationship
By
Linda Mintle
Have you ever felt shocked or overwhelmed by something that threatened your physical health, or involved threat of death or serious injury? Maybe a car accident, the loss of a child, a mass shooting, or a robbery. Add to this list, significant emotional loss, and all types of abuse as part of your experience. These…
The Trap of Perfectionism
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Linda Mintle
Megan (not her real name) told me, “I am strict, but not too strict. Yes, I do expect a lot from my children and can be demanding at times. I push for things to be done right. But my husband says I am a perfectionist and require too much from our family.” The more I…
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