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The Difference between Truth and Perspective

What is true? In this video I talk about how we understand the definition of truth. There are many things true in your world, that are not true in mine. You have a truth about understanding reality, and so do I. I believe that these two different definitions of truth are really different perspectives, for instance I have a belief about...

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Why is it so Hard to Change?

Why is it so hard for victims to change? In this video blog post I talk about how a personal agenda can hold a person in victimization. We often picture our lives according to how we define ourselves. When we define ourselves with something that has to do with someone else, such as married or with children, things can get tricky and...

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Seeking a Lawyer for Advice or Divorce

Whether you are seeking legal advice or you have decided that it is time for a divorce, there are some important things to consider before you have your first appointment with the lawyer you have chosen. Seeking assistance from a lawyer can be intimidating for many women especially when you have been psychologically abused, mentally...

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The Power of Men verses the Power of Women

In an earlier video, I told an anecdote about an elephant and a mouse to illustrate the power differential between men and women. I realize that this material is controversial to many and feel it is necessary to mention that I have been counseling for over 25 years and this issue is a consistent struggle in relationships that shows...

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Avoiding Conflict ~ Healthy or Not?

Very often the solution for dealing with life and conflict is thought to be about staying positive, being happy and upbeat or simply maintaining positive thinking. I believe that just putting conflict aside and avoiding conflict, that itself is often an escape mechanism. When you put conflict aside you reduce the opportunity for...

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