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Blaming
by Richard B. Joelson, DSW. Category: Help Me!, Newsletter Articles.
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Blaming
Refuting Compliments
I have long wondered why people have so much difficulty accepting compliments and flattering remarks. I have observed this in myself at times, as well.
Handling Your Needs
Recently, I had a telephone interaction with a patient that illustrated a common behavior that can often create difficulties for the individual and those with whom he or she interacts.
Ambivalationships
Why do some people who seek long-term relationships resist commitment?
Premature Quitting
For some people, quitting comes too easily, too often, and applies to too many experiences in their lives.
Worrying
Anticipation as a form of preparedness…
Self-Care and the Care of Others
I have noticed that many of the patients I have worked with in my practice seem to be more attentive to the needs of others than to their own.
At the Mercy of the Other
We often dread the real or imagined consequences of provoking emotional reactions in our partners…
Good Enough – Excellent – Perfect
The emotional significance placed on these terms can promote or interfere with personal satisfaction and success.
“I’m Really Glad We Had This Talk”
How can we feel better after an emotionally charged conversation instead of worse?
