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When Parents Fight, Children Hurt
By
Linda Mintle
Dan and Belinda argue almost every day. Their friends describe them as a “high-conflict couple.” Unfortunately, their two middle-school children are caught in the middle. They plead with their parents to stop fighting. Their youngest daughter covers her ears, runs to her room, and cries, but she can still hear every angry word. What does…
Calming Upset During the Holidays
By
Linda Mintle
The holidays are in full swing and emotions can run hot when families get together. But what happens when you get upset and emotions take over? It’s usually not positive! Maybe your boss yelled at you, or your husband said something upsetting. Whatever the cause, emotions override your capacity to think. When this happens, you…
6 Ways to Fair Fighting
By
Linda Mintle
When was the last time you had a good fight with someone you care about? That’s right, two people in a relationship are going to fight from time to time, even if the relationship is healthy. But the point is, are you fighting fair? The way disagreements and conflicts are handled can be helpful or…
The Negatives of Nagging and How to Stop
By
Linda Mintle
Are you ever going to take out the trash? Can you get off your phone and pay attention to me? How many times do I have to tell you to stop at the store and pick up milk? Do you bristle just hearing these questions? If so, they just might remind you of nagging.…
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