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I am a counsellor and writer with the Centre For Life Management/LMC Relationship Centre in Winnipeg,Manitoba, Canada.

I am also the co-author of an E-book on Relationships called The Love By Design Book as well as the co-author of a parenting e-book called

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Relationships & Family > Humor & Laughter Benefits of laughter: 3 of 49
You may have heard the saying "Laughter is the Best Medicine", which is really good news. However what is even better news is that Laughter may also be the best preventive medicine and promotion of health as well.The following are The Top Five Important Benefits of Laughter:Makes You Feel Happy By Producing Feel Good Chemical... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adolescence Tips for increasing awareness and respect toward teenagers: 1 of 16
Do you ever wonder why your teenager just doesn't talk to you?Well, I was watching an episode of "Law and Order: S.V.U.", the TV drama series that inspired me to write an article about that question.In this episode one of the lead detectives was at home making sandwiches with his teenage daughter.He asked his daughter why tee... More..
Relationships & Family > Successful Dating Making sure your relationship can and will survive a vacation: 1 of 13
The #1 thing that takes the "fun" out of a fun vacation for couples is when the couple is unaware that they are different and unique individuals. What one person thinks is a fun vacation may not be what is fun for the other person, even if they both agreed to the same vacation spot and same form of transportation to get there... More..
Relationships & Family > Break-Ups & Exes Jealousy: Why the thought of his ex-girlfriend drives you crazy: 3 of 38
Her image makes you turn green with envy, the thought of her makes you wish you had the memory of a goldfish and the sound of her name makes you want to plug your ears. Who is this object of resistance in your reality? It is none other than you partner's ex-girlfriend.Yes, you can admit you are jealous of her, and you just ca... More..
Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss What to do when someone dies and there was no time for good-byes: 11 of 127
When I was 20 years old, my Dad who was healthy and exercised regularly, developed a sudden, very rare medical emergency and passed away.I was very close to my Dad and I found myself left in a state of shock as well as being left with a lot unresolved emotions because I didn't get a chance to say good-bye.It has been many yea... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication (Other) How you can recognize a good listener: 7 of 64
A good listener is worth their weight in gold and one of the most important foundations in a relationship is for both partners to be good listeners.So whether you are already in a relationship and are looking for a good listener to use as a role model or if you are looking for the love of your life and one of your criteria is... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Relationships with people who cling: 3 of 21
Is your partner clingy? Is your partner so attached at the hip that you don't know where your body ends and where your partner's body begins? Do you wish you had just a little room to breath?As much as you would like to ignore your partner's behavior in hopes that it would just go away, the reality is that it may be worth it ... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Teen advice: How to tell if your partner is too controlling: 3 of 19
When you first go out with someone and you are so into them, it is often hard to tell if the person you are with is just really into you too or if there is more going on than meets the eye.You often hear your friends and relatives tell you that your partner is controlling, but you often think they are just being overprotectiv... More..
Jobs & Careers > Jobs & Careers (Other) Tips for getting through mundane tasks at work: 3 of 19
I have had my share of mundane jobs and I managed to stick them out for a long time, partly because I'm the type of personality that likes routine, but also because of two other main factors:1) I have a creative imagination and enjoy having fun as well as enjoying routine.2) I was lucky enough to work at companies that unders... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies Is "alone time" healthy?: 1 of 6
According Dr. Elaine N. Aron, PhD's book "The Highly Sensitive Person. How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You." (Published by Broadway Books,1997), being a highly sensitive person " means your nervous system is more sensitive to subtleties. Your sight, hearing and sense of smell are not necessarily keener (although it ma... More..