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Do You Have a Middle Ground? | February 15, 2010

By Marty Babits, LCSW, BCD, Author of The Power of Middle Ground: A Couple’s Guide to Renewing Your Relationship

Attitude survey:

On a scale of one to five where five means you agree strongly and one means you strongly disagree.

1. Before I speak with my partner I think about whether it is a good time to deal with the issue I want to bring up.

2. Couples need to resolve stressful topics efficiently. Coming back to the same topic repeatedly indicates a poor relationship.

3. We have a number of shared interests and activities.

4. If I … Read More »


 

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8 Tips for Renewing Your Relationship This Valentine’s Day | February 8, 2010

By Marty Babits, LCSW, BCD, Author of The Power of Middle Ground: A Couple’s Guide to Renewing Your Relationship

How many ways do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Pick at least three qualities about your partner that you love. Gift each one of these with something special. For example, give her a CD by her favorite recording artist in celebration of whatever you consider to be her (or his) most appealing facial feature. Choose a clothing accessory that includes the color that you think best flatters your partner and celebrate the way they look in that … Read More »