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Should You Keep Secrets From Your Partner?
By
Linda Mintle
I was in the grocery store yesterday, and the tabloids were headlining the secret love child of yet another celebrity couple. Even though we tend to expect this sort of thing from celebrity relationships, secrets are a problem. They don’t usually end well. I am often asked if it is a good idea to reveal…
What’s Your Attachment Style in Conflict?
By
Linda Mintle
We all develop an insecure or secure bond with our original families. That bond is referred to as an attachment style. The more secure the bond, the better you will deal with conflict. Two bonding styles make conflict difficult–anxious and avoidant. To feel more secure you want to lower your anxiety and stop avoiding. So take…
10 Tips to Help Your Child Make A Best Friend
By
Linda Mintle
Families are busy and when there is a little down time, kids usually grab their screens and engage in solo play. If they are on social media, they may have a number of “friends” but these are not deep friendships and may even interfere with developing solid social skills. We know that having a best…
How Do You Deal With Conflict: Take the Quiz?
By
Linda Mintle
WE NEED TO TALK! When you hear that phrase, what goes through your mind? Take the short quiz here and see how you deal with conflict. Now that you know your primary style, let me ask you a few more questions: 1. How do you feel when you watch or participate in conflict? 2. Are…
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