Complacency and Contempt:Recently I heard someone say "familiarity breeds complacency", a slightly different version of the old saw "familiarity breeds contempt". It got me thinking about some of the most familiar of relationships and what can too easily happen to them.All relationships of any real ...read more
The Upward Spiral Of Gratitude In Couples
The Upward Spiral of Gratitude Have you ever noticed that glow on someone who is grateful for all sorts of little things? They not only remember to say thank you for the smallest of kindnesses, they infuse everyday life with warmth and genuine appreciation. We all want to be around these people ...read more
The Gratitude Ratio That Changes Everything
Here’s an easy tip that immediately improves the climate of your relationship with your spouse, your children, your family, and your co-workers. If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, then you know that I’m big on gratitude, and I’ve shared all sorts of advice and case studies for finding, ...read more