Over the many years that I’ve been practicing therapy, I’ve found that couples that are struggling in their relationships often succumb to the default mode… Continue reading Silence: A Relationship Killer
Tag: communication
The 5% Rule — Breaking Through the Argument
Early in my career as a therapist, I found myself feeling frustrated in my ability to assist a couple with whom I was working. They… Continue reading The 5% Rule — Breaking Through the Argument
How are you?
Many times a day we may walk past an acquaintance and say, “Hi, how are you?” The other person smiles, says, “good and you?” And… Continue reading How are you?
The Wrong Reason for Staying Married
The institution of marriage should be intended to enrich our lives. Certainly we might agree that the purpose of marriage ought to be to enhance… Continue reading The Wrong Reason for Staying Married
Breaking the Cycle of Negativity in Your Relationship
Too often, when we encounter challenges and conflict in our primary relationships we tend to spiral down very quickly. When we’re in this down cycle,… Continue reading Breaking the Cycle of Negativity in Your Relationship
Change a Word—Change Your Life
Many years ago, I’d often fall into a recurring disagreement with my former wife. At bedtime I’d frequently find myself saying, “It’s hot in here.”… Continue reading Change a Word—Change Your Life
#091 Rethinking How We Think and Communicate (Encore Presentation)
Episode 091 of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz presents an encore of a February, 2019 episode featuring Mel’s interview on a New Zealand radio show on rethinking your communication and thoughts.
Our Words Matter
I’ve been struck by how often our words fly by each other without any real sincerity to them. Have you noticed how punctuated and meaningless… Continue reading Our Words Matter
Turning the Tide Of Negativity In Your Relationship
I find it troubling that our inclination toward criticizing one another, particularly in familial or committed partnerships, overwhelms our ability to share approval or praise.… Continue reading Turning the Tide Of Negativity In Your Relationship
#076: Leaning In: The Tao of Communication
In episode 76 of the Possibility Podcast, Mel Schwartz reveals the Tao of communication: how to lean into communication with others for greater understanding.