Never Give Up!
I often smile when I see the cartoon of the frog about to be swallowed by a pelican. All you can see are the frog’s hind feet sticking
10 Keys to Effective Office Communication
Building and maintaining strong relationships on the job can be a challenge. One of the greatest challenges is knowing how to communicate effectively.
Marriage is Alive and Pretty Well
We have all heard that the majority of marriages end in divorce, and if you believe what you hear, you may think the tradition
How Your Past Can Impact Your Marriage
We usually inserted the names of a boy and a girl we knew and used this rhyme as a way of embarrassing them; but the point is,
Why Avoiding Conflict Damages Relationships (and How to Overcome It)
Conflict is a normal part of relationships, but avoiding it often leads to suppressed emotions, fear, and stagnation. Learn how embracing conflict can build confidence, growth, and healthier connections.
The Advantages of Teamwork
Times are changing in the world of work these days. Technology has made it easier, more efficient and more cost-effective for a lot of people to work remotely from home (or anywhere)
Communication Myths that can Cripple Your Marriage - Part II
Last time we talked about the first 5 of 10 myths that cause a great deal of frustration and pain in many marriages. Although these
Communication Myths That Can Cripple Your Marriage - Part I
Even well-intentioned couples can fall into communication traps that quietly erode trust and connection. In this post, Dr. Todd Linaman debunks five common myths about marriage communication and offers practical strategies to help couples build deeper understanding and emotional closeness.
How to Advance in Your Career: Strategic Moves for Professional Success
Feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to make intentional moves toward professional growth with strategies rooted in self-awareness, clear goal-setting, and consistent action. Whether you're seeking a promotion, career change, or greater fulfillment, this post offers practical guidance to help you define success on your own terms—and pursue it with confidence.
When You Don’t Get Your Way: How to Communicate Assertively Using the DESC Script
When frustration builds and emotions run high, it's easy to react instead of respond. In this post, Dr. Todd Linaman introduces the DESC Script—a proven tool for communicating assertively, expressing your needs with clarity, and strengthening your relationships without escalating conflict.
The Power of Optimism: How a Positive Mindset Transforms Your Life
Are you more of a glass-half-full or glass-half-empty thinker? Your mindset matters. Learn how optimism can improve your health, boost your career, and attract better relationships—and why it’s a skill you can train.
Have You Mastered These Leadership Practices?
How do you know if you are a leader? If someone is following you, you are a leader! It may be an official part of your job,
Mental Wellbeing for Moms: Understanding Anxiety and Building Resilience
Motherhood often brings both deep joy and significant stress. In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure culture, it’s not uncommon for moms to experience persistent anxiety
Humility - The Silent Attractor
Did you know that the less compelled you are to prove yourself to others in order to gain their approval, the more peaceful you will feel inside?
How to Live Well After a Loss
No matter who you are, how much money you make or whether you feel like a success or a failure, there’s one thing you can count on: Loss.
Quaking in Your Cubicle: Dealing With a Difficult Boss
Surveys show a high correlation between job satisfaction and liking and respecting workplace superiors, yet few are awarded
Values: Why Passing on a Life Compass Matters
In my last blog, I wrote about the importance of values, especially related to how we can influence our children and other important people in our lives.
Values: Your Compass for Life
A lot of people live life by default. They just take things as they come, often assuming they do not have any control over what happens anyway.
10 Things That Turn Women Off
It’s that time of year when romance is in the air! Guys, are you making plans for a sizzling Valentine’s Day? I want to turn your attention
Dump the Resolutions and Create SMART Goals
On January 1st many of us identified some big changes we want to make or a plan we want to accomplish during the new year.