Your boss is angry, your co-workers gossip and gripe, your clients are consistently late, and your computer is on the verge of its own break-down. 5 o’clock finally comes and you start to breathe sighs of relief that you madeRead more…
Click here for Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 Couples Counseling: The Art of the Timeout Part 4 Check Back In Now you are ready to complete the couples counseling timeout. Go to your spouse or partnerRead more…
Click here for Part 1, and Part 2 Couples Counseling: The Art of the Timeout Part 3 What To Do In Timeout This third step in the Timeout process is very important and determines the eventual success of thisRead more…
Click here for Part 1 Couples Counseling: The Art of the Timeout – Part 2 Recognize The Need and Take It Many times over the years, I have explained how to take a timeout and I’ve been told: “ButRead more…
Couples Counseling: The Art of the Timeout Part 1 Sometimes adults need timeouts, too. When an argument becomes unproductive, a timeout provides a structured exit from the escalating confrontation. The anger spirals up, the “fight or flight” circuitry flips on,Read more…