by Dr. Jackie Black | Dec 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
The holidays can be a stressful time of year for many people. Often you are juggling shopping, traveling, visiting and entertaining. For many of you, the most stressful part of the holidays is family gift giving. Here are some suggestions to ease your stress: Key...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Nov 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
What do you mean when you refer to a “relationship”? Do you know the differences between a dating relationship, a pre-committed relationship and a committed relationship? The difference has to do with the nature and structure of the relationship. The nature and...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Nov 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
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 | Nov 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
Conflict is inevitable and a normal part of life. Healthy conflict can lead to positive changes in personal relationships. Negative conflict can be very destructive and can sap energy from everyone around. Causes of Conflict Searching for the causes can be helpful in...
by Dr. Jackie Black | Nov 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
Making and keeping agreements and commitments is a fundamental ingredient of any relationship. It is one of the cornerstones of a committed love relationship. It is vital that partners know in the deepest part of their being that they can count on the promises and...
