A faithful reader of this column asked me the difference between an “irrational” (her words) avoidance of people versus the need for true and healthy solitude. To figure out what’s irrational, you have to define what kinds of interactions with … Continue reading
It’s hard to make it through a day without hearing about “entitlement” – especially in a negative context. To be entitled simply means that one believes that he or she deserves something. A sense of entitlement can be valid, i.e., … Continue reading
Rarely does a day go by then somebody doesn’t say, “Can you help me?” The answer is … well, yes … and no. A good therapist can help you identify your beliefs, what behaviors you choose to exhibit, and whether … Continue reading
A Delaware Wave reader writes, “I’m always late. My friends end up being disgusted with me (they try to be nice, but I can tell). Some have even stopped calling. I guess they feel I’m being rude, but it doesn’t … Continue reading
A DE Coast Press reader sent me an email in reaction to my column about jealousy and cheating. She writes, “I liked your article about being suspicious and jealous of your husband or wife, even though there’s no evidence that … Continue reading
So many people say, “A good marriage requires hard work and compromise.” Or, “The secret of our relationship is sacrifice.” Blah, blah. Well, I beg to differ: Life as a couple certainly does involve some negotiation from time to time, … Continue reading
Clients with relationship problems sometimes bring up the subject of interrupting. It’s no secret that there are few things more annoying than a person who interrupts. Though it might seem rude, there are different kinds of interruptions, some of which, … Continue reading
A Delaware Wave reader writes, “I hate to admit this, but I feel like my second grader’s mistakes and blunders are a reflection on me, as if I have somehow bungled his upbringing. Obviously, I’m as ashamed to feel this … Continue reading
We’re always fascinated by people who make it their business to jump out of airplanes, drive in car races or risk thousands in the stock market. Why is risk a way of life for some, and for others, it’s all … Continue reading
Readers “of a certain age” will certainly remember mood rings. Back in the ‘70s everyone seemed to be sporting a ring, a pendant, earrings, bracelets or even lipstick containing thermotropic liquid crystals. Depending on the temperature of your skin, the … Continue reading
The literal meaning of “normal” is nothing less than – and regrettably nothing more than – average. When people tell me they want to be normal, I cringe. After all, why do they aspire to just average? I can understand … Continue reading
Well, this has been a week of text messages and emails! I suspect people are trapped inside because of all this snow here at the beach. Either way, (1), thank you! And (2), here goes: A Delaware Wave reader writes, … Continue reading