Category: Conflict
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GRIEF/PANIC
Lost in Wall Drug As a little boy, I got lost at Wall Drug in South Dakota. I don’t remember much except two overwhelming feelings: grief and panic. I had lost connection with the people who made me feel safe. We often think those feelings belong to childhood, but they don’t. They show up in…
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Three Questions Every Couple Should Ask During Conflict
Conflict is an unfortunate reality for many couples during the holidays. We miscommunicate about schedules. We have too many demands on our time. Feelings get hurt over a gift, or we struggle to communicate our needs during this hectic season. The conflicts during this time can lead to raised voices, withdrawal, slammed doors, and silent…