Neil Rosenthal's Blog, page 13
March 20, 2017
The Illusion of Social Media
Dear Neil: Looking over the multitude of postings I have made on social media the last 10 years, I began noticing a pattern. My husband and I lived in a huge house with every luxury available. We had nice vehicles […]
Running Away From Closeness Keeps You Stuck in Your Childhood Story
Dear Neil: I believe the key to running away from someone you want is interesting. I grew up in an abusive home. My mom called the police, and my dad had to move out. I asked my dad if I […]
February 20, 2017
Handling People Who Act Entitled
This is the second of a two-part series. Dear Neil: I have recently declined opportunities to spend time with my father, and I told him that it was because he has been acting very entitled, and is therefore not a […]
People Who Act Entitled
This is the first of a two-part series. Dear Neil: I have an adult stepson who is 37. He and his wife have 3 kids (6, 5 and 3). Since I retired in 2012 they assumed that I would be […]
February 5, 2017
Valentines Special: 10 Ways to Improve Your Relationship Immediately
Focus on the qualities you admire and appreciate in your partner, and speak them. There’s a reason you chose him or her. What did you see in the beginning of the relationship that was so appealing, and what do […]
Valentines Special: Questions That Will Revitalize Your Relationship
Interested in improving your relationship this Valentines? Take turns answering the following questions, and assume there will be multiple answers to every question. Make sure both of you get an equal chance to address each question. Take an interest in […]
January 21, 2017
8 Things That Emotionally Resilient People Do Differently
Resilience is about bouncing back from failure, defeat or disappointment, and learning how to make the most of your setbacks or losses. Here are 8 things emotionally resilient people do differently that the rest of us can learn from. If […]
January 18, 2017
Be The Bigger Person
Imagine the following scenario: Your spouse or partner retracts from you, becomes distant and wants to be left alone. This continues for a day, or perhaps a week. During this time, he or she acts abrasive, critical, withdrawn and angry, […]
January 3, 2017
Why Am I So Critical of My Husband?
Dear Neil: I grew up with a father who was very critical and controlling, but I was never on the receiving end. I am now critical of my husband, and on a regular basis I point out flaws in his […]
January 2, 2017
Want This Year to be Better than Last Year? Do This.
The beginning of a new year is a great time to look at the big picture of our lives. Where are you in the big picture of your life vs. where are you wanting to be? Are there any changes […]
