By Margaret Paul, Ph.D. April 25, 2016

Healing from a relationship with a narcissist is a learned process. Learn it now!

Many of us have been there.

You met the person of your dreams – charming, intelligent, romantic, attentive, incredible chemistry and great lover. You might have been told how wonderful you are, how . . . → Read More: Healing From A Relationship With A Narcissist

Why do people complain? What is it they want or hope for when they complain? In this article, discover the answers to these questions, as well as what to do about it if you are addicted to complaining.

Complaining is a way of life for some people. It was certainly a way of . . . → Read More: Are You Addicted to Complaining As A Form of Control?

By Margaret Paul, Ph.D. April 04, 2016

Learn how to resolve conflict when your partner or another person isn’t available for mutual conflict resolution.

Loving relationships create a safe arena in which to resolve conflict. In the safe arena, both people are open to learning about themselves and each other, and as they caringly . . . → Read More: Relationship Advice: Resolving Conflict When Someone Is Closed

By Margaret Paul, Ph.D. March 28, 2016

Do you keep attracting emotionally unavailable people or are you stuck in a relationship with an emotionally unavailable person?

Do you believe that you are fully available for a relationship and that you have just not met the right person? Or, do you find yourself in love . . . → Read More: You Want A Relationship, But Are You Emotionally Unavailable?

By Margaret Paul, Ph.D. March 21, 2016

There can be a big difference in intent between being nice and being loving. Being nice might be manipulative, while being loving means being authentic.

Our society has long trained children to be “nice.” Being nice might mean:

Telling white lies so as not to hurt . . . → Read More: When You Are Being Nice, Are You Loving Or Controlling?

By Margaret Paul, Ph.D. March 14, 2016

It is often tempting to tell others what to do, especially when it is obvious that they are not taking care of themselves. Discover why this usually backfires and what to do instead.

Shelly and Brad, married for 7 years, consulted with me because Shelly was unhappy . . . → Read More: Controlling Behavior: Are Your Eyes On Your Partner’s Plate?