Relationship tips – how to have arguments that work for you
Relationships are connections between unique and individual people. Each with their own history, mental and emotional space, preferences, ideas and...
When to use the funeral speech approach in arguments
Nora was in a loving relationship. She knew her husband Peter genuinely loved her and she was besotted with him. It wasn’t the feeling aspect of her...
What is a narcissist? The 5 main characteristics
As goes with all labels (depressed, narcissist, psychopath as a few examples), they are being used and misused, because people don’t really know the...
When talking isn’t a solution for your relationship issues – actions speak louder than words
You have been talking and talking but it hasn't solved your relationship issue. It feels as if there is no change at all. And you feel desperate. Is...
Is your relationship oozing love or are you undermining your happiness?
Human beings are pack animals and we are always on the look-out for a romantic relationship. It is natural and instinctive. It is a way of seeking...
Could do better – a seriously negative and demoralising remark
How Polly got in the way of her own happiness. Polly was humming when she opened the letterbox. Xmas had been great, everybody was back into the...
Darling column about Empty Nest Syndrome
The academic year is almost halfway and new students are feeling more at ease in their new situation. For parents and families it should be similar....
Misunderstood in your relationship?
Lydia Lydia wasn’t too happy in her relationship. Lately, she experienced some challenges at work and was keen to discuss these with Andrew, her...
20 tips to make Xmas preparations easy
The amount of stress that comes with the annual celebration of the birth of a baby is incredible. Setting expectations, managing them, creating...
From a full nest to an empty one – empty nest syndrome
You long for a baby and get pregnant. Next step: giving birth. For most women the process is an intense experience with an incredible reward: a baby...
Tips on how to deal with being bullied as an adult
Bullying in the playground is awful and easily recognizable. Usually adults interfere and help the situation change. But what if you are an adult...
7 lessons from Gareth to apply in your world class family
Aren’t we all in awe of our England manager? Always immaculately dressed, measured in his comments and absolutely spot-on in his approach to create...
How a mother prevents her daughter a place at Wimbledon
Elenor is a 29 year old woman, who is very upset about the relationship with her mum. ‘I always tried to do my best, I crave a compliment from her...
10 tips to enjoy summer school holidays
Are you a mum who is not looking forward to the long school summer holidays? The stress of having the kids around and entertain them, the lack of...
Why your relationships don’t work – tips from the coaching couch
Theo didn't get it. Every time he fell for a woman, it seemed to be a mutual and exciting event. He bought...
How to improve the relationship with your mother – tips from the coaching couch
‘I love her so much but every time we speak we end up with a row. We are both angry and upset.’ Trish was talking about the relationship with her...
Six brilliant ways to keep your relationship alive and kicking
Andrea sent me an email about her relationship. She was very happy for a few years, life was full of excitement and so was her relationship. ‘But...
7 top tips for a happy Xmas
Stress levels can get high at Christmas. On average each family has 5 rows on Xmas day and a lot of people are relieved when the day is over. What...
Child leaves home, leaving mum feeling lost
‘My child is gone and I am losing it’. But exactly what is she losing? Recently I met Jaqui in my coaching room. She came in feeling wobbly. She...
The secret to avoid relationshipissues: celebrate your differences
You were attracted to each other. Was it because your partner reminded you of a parent? Because he/she is the total opposite to you? It doesn’t...
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