by Dr. Jackie Black | Apr 20, 2019 | Articles, Blog
For most partners, it is equally difficult and uncomfortable to receive an apology as it is to offer an apology! Offering and receiving apologies is an art and requires learning a few simple skills and practicing those skills often. 8 Simple Steps to Receive an...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Apr 13, 2019 | Articles, Blog
For most of us, offering an apology feels awkward or uncomfortable. For one thing, we don’t have a lot of practice. For another thing, the concept of apologizing is often associated with being “bad” or “wrong.” Does this concept match for you? I invite you to consider...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Mar 30, 2019 | Articles, Blog
Most of us know how to speak. Many of us have never learned how to communicate. Recognize that clear, accurate and understandable verbal and non-verbal language is essential for a successful, happy and lasting marriage. Top 10 Tips to Communicate Clearly and...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Mar 23, 2019 | Articles, Blog
We take ourselves with us wherever we go…especially into love relationships. A successful, committed relationship depends on you being ready… Physically Emotionally Financially Legally Spiritually … to live the life that you love with the love of your life and have...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Mar 16, 2019 | Articles, Blog
There is no limit to what you don’t have, and if that is where you put your focus, then your life will inevitably be filled with endless dissatisfaction. Most people focus so heavily on the deficiencies in their lives that they barely perceive the good that...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Mar 9, 2019 | Articles, Blog
The nature and structure of a committed love relationship is related to the agreements and commitments each partner makes to the relationship—not to each other—to the relationship! Agreements and commitments are actually behaviors driven by values that serve to...
