Axioms of Relationships – part 3

Wash, Rinse, Repeat In relationships, we often repeat the same patterns of interaction, over and over, irregardless of whether the patterns bring us satisfaction or not.  We’re such creative people, so it’s a bit confusing as to why we quickly become so limited in our options of interactions, but it’s almost always the case.  {In […]

Axioms of Relationships – part 2

Axiom #2: It’s a Trio, not a Duet Picture this: you’re attending your friend’s wedding ceremony.  The officiant pronounces the two love birds wed, the kiss ensues, and all cheer the happy celebration… Our ceremonies celebrate the union of two people – a dyad. Sometime later, when the couple is alone, a tiff breaks out.  […]

Axioms of Relationships – part 1

Everyone’s seeking satisfying relationships.  Spouses, parents, and co-workers all want the same thing – satisfaction.  I have spent a great deal of time and energy helping people find more satisfaction in their relationships (cue The Stones).  In fact, most of what I now believe to be true about relationships has been taught to me by […]