Tag Archives: family dynamics

3 Ways to change the dynamic when your husband acts like one of the kids

It’s an old adage that a man will eventually treat his wife the same way he treats his mother. So, according to that wisdom, you should look for a man who treats his mom well. I’m not saying that I 100% ascribe to that theory, but a man who’s respectful of his mother is always a good thing. A man who treats you like his mother is way less of a good thing. And even if it’s not like his mom, treating you like a mom is no bueno too. But, it can happen…especially in families where there are kids and you’re running the show. Here’s how to change that dynamic. Read more

How to deal when the haters are your loved ones

I’m a tabloid junkie. There. I said it. Now that it’s out in the open, we can move on. So many juicy stories in tabloids start with the phrase “a source close to the celeb says” and then fill in any salacious detail you want. It’s all been said and done and used in those smutty publications (which I adore! But still, totally smutty). I’ve been the subject of enough gossip stories to know that much of what they publish is garbage and completely unfounded, but every once in a while, it’s true. And a celeb will find out that someone they thought of as a trusted confidant is spilling their beans to whomever pays top dollar. Read more