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Work: What’s a worker to do?
When you’re a worker bee, stuck in an unsatisfying work situation, it’s easy to find someone to blame. Your co-workers, manager, even the “big boss:” if only “they” knew what they were doing, everything would be better. The Reality Therapy … Continue reading
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Tagged blame, criticism, examining wants, win-win
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Communication: The ‘How-to’ of Talking
In a quest for a more satisfying (or at least, less irritating) life with his parents, Liam has asked cousin Larry for help. Now, Liam’s wondering if the reason Larry gets along with his parents is because
Posted in Family
Tagged blame, conflict, criticism, internal & external control, negotiation
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Marriage: What is “More Effective” Control?
A foundation of Reality Therapy is that each of us can only control our own behaviour. Relationships improve when people
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Tagged blame, conflict, negotiation, perception
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Marriage: The “Control” Question
When discussing marriage, any mention of control is likely to push a few buttons! That’s evident by how some folks talk about their spouses: “I sure can’t control him!” “She’s completely out of control!” or this entertaining comment:
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Tagged blame, criticism, internal & external control
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“Are you here because you want help for the marriage?” This first question in the structured reality therapy approach to marriage counseling
Fixing Problems or Fixing Blame?
Do you have problems? Disappointments? Unhappiness? You’re a rare person indeed if you can answer, “Never, or hardly ever.” Some people deal with their problems and setbacks more effectively than others do. What’s the difference?
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Tagged blame, internal & external control, perception, unhappiness
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