Melissa Kennedy

Marriage researcher John Gottman has found that couples who get their tough conversations off to a gentle start up have greater success resolving conflicts.   Leading with anger, using a hostile tone in opening lines, a raised voice, disapproving looks, and body language that communicates disdain or contempt is likely to trigger hurt, fear and defensiveness.  …

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About 6 months ago I started a business with a long-time and much respected colleague.  Things started off with a huge bang!  We got three major clients immediately and everything had been going great until last week. I thought I was doing my share and felt proud of my contribution but my partner blew up …

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What stops me from being able to love? I’m single and 35 years old and never have a problem finding people to date.  The problem is that after a few months all my relationships fall apart no matter how great they are at the start.  My most recent relationship ended after 3 months and it …

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Does my boredom with my life and my interest in a co-worker mean my marriage is in trouble? I’ve been married for 12 years to a great guy.  We have a lovely home.  We both have satisfying careers and our two little daughters are healthy, sweet and happy.  To everyone looking at our life, things …

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 How do I know if I have an eating disorder?  My best friend just told me that she thinks I have an eating disorder.  We were out to lunch and I asked the waiter if some calorie saving modifications could be made to a menu item that appealed to me.  The waiter wasn’t bothered by …

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