Blog for Better Living
How to Keep the Fire Burning in a Relationship
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | June 4, 2013
A long-term healthy relationship takes hard work. This fact is often overlooked because it is easy to become complacent or comfortable in long term relationships or marriages. However, a small increase in time and energy spent on the relationship can reap great rewards. When our relationships are working well, everything else in our lives runs […]
Read MoreBeing a Stepmother on Mother’s Day
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 13, 2013
Mother’s Day is a time for Mom to be acknowledged for the hard work and unconditional love she offers to her children and family. It is typically celebrated as a time for Mom to bask in the glow of love and attention from her partner and children. For stepmoms, Mother’s Day can trigger the deepest […]
Read MoreHow to Establish Healthy Boundaries
By: Other | April 2, 2013
Written by Rebecca Zygar Most of us generally like to help others. This might include offering assistance or being accommodating to the needs of others. But, there are occasions when what we think is helping someone, may actually be hurting them. Sometimes the nicest act we can do for another person is to set and […]
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What to Expect When Facing Divorce: A Family Perspective
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | February 19, 2013
Divorce is a life changing event and typically a painful process for all concerned. Families experiencing divorce are in a process of transitioning to a new family structure. The impact upon the child and family during this time is profound and requires care and attention. Therapy can be helpful during this time to mobilize a […]
Read MoreTechniques for a Healthy Relationship
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | January 8, 2013
A healthy relationship takes hard work. This fact is often overlooked because it is easy to become complacent or comfortable in long-term relationships or marriages. However, a small increase in time and energy spent on the relationship can reap great rewards. When our relationships are working well, everything else in our lives runs more smoothly. […]
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