When you harbor resentment and anger toward others, you hurt yourself. Why? In general, the other person isn’t thinking about you. On another front, when you harbor anger, it destroys feelings of joy. Negative feelings are in your daily existence. So, how can you ward off these unpleasant feelings? Forgiveness. Remember, sweet reader, “To err […]

Introduction to Effective Communication Effective communication is the foundation of any successful relationship, whether personal or professional. A heart-to-heart conversation is a powerful tool for building trust, understanding, and connection with others. It involves creating a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to express themselves freely, sharing their thoughts, feelings, and emotions without fear of […]

What kind of flower arrangement are you?  Sisters in Widowhood: Life Transition A while back I was reading an interview that Brigitte Macron, the French President’s wife, gave to a French magazine. In the article, she described herself as more than a “decorative vase of flowers.” And, of course, that is true. My immediate thought […]

When talking about female friendships, it seems imperative to address why women bully other women. When I write about my husband, Sheldon Good, I typically mention he is my best friend. He’s also my best girlfriend. While it may sound strange to call my very masculine husband my best girlfriend, I think I am savvy […]

The best relationships always have a communication strategy. Day in and day out we negotiate. We even negotiate with ourselves. When you think about a woman’s life, negotiations of all types occur every single day. From a young age, we begin to learn the art of negotiation: the art of having discussions with the aim […]