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Can You Recognize a Controlling Relationship?
By
Linda Mintle
Tonya was dating a man her best friend Barb didn’t like. The reason? Barb thought he was very controlling. And she didn’t think Rachel saw the signs. Because Tonya cared about Rachel, she warned her. One of her major concerns was how easily her partner became angered. Furthermore, he didn’t like it when Tonya spent…
Is Someone Too Controlling? 10 Questions to Ask
By
Linda Mintle
Rachel: “He’s so controlling! I can’t even go out with friends or he gets mad. Should I be concerned about this or does this mean that he really loves me?” Barb: “You should be concerned! Someone who gets upset when you go out with friends is controlling. Why does he want to isolate you like…
A Quick Worry Evaluation
By
Linda Mintle
BODY: Check for physical tension. Do you have any of the physical signs of anxiety such as a racing or pounding heart, sweaty palms, difficulty breathing, stomach upset, frequent urination or diarrhea, muscle tension, headaches, fatigue or insomnia? Be aware of your body and the physical sensations that creep in with stress, anxiety, fear…
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