Unemployment is taking a toll on more and more families. While some spouses find themselves suddenly without jobs, others are thrust back into the working world in order to keep the family afloat. These kinds of changes are not only traumatic for the individual, but can cause depression and anxiety that put stress on the marriage and children as well. Dr. Kamala Uzzell joins us to talk about what happens when the family dynamic is shaken by job loss and how you can keep employment issues from taking a toll on your marriage. President of the Triangle Counseling and Research Center joins host Lee Rosen to talk about have to keep your spouse when you lose your job.
Dr. Uzzell is president of the Triangle Counseling and Research Center in Durham and has extensive experience in workforce and career issues, and the treatment of depression, anxiety, and stress. She also holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Counselor Education and a Masters in Agency Counseling. You can find out more about Dr. Uzzell and her practice by calling her office at 919-484-2222 or visiting or website at www.trianglelotus.com
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Flowers may be the de facto standard for Valentine’s Day or when you’re in the dog house, but can flowers or a special gift for no reason at all really win you points with your spouse? Ben Buie and Sharon Miller of Lake Boone Florist join us to talk about how to pick the right arrangement for your spouse, how you can add a personal touch for maximum impact, and some interesting flower delivery stories.
The pair also covers what you can do to get the best bang for your buck and if you don’t know where to start, Lake Boone Florist offers a handy flower dictionary on their website. You can find out more at LakeBooneFlorist.com, or by calling them at 1-800-677-6293
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Do you feel that your spouse’s lack of appreciation is a sign that he or she is no longer happy with the relationship? Or is your spouse upset with your marriage while you think things are going fine? This dynamic can lead to feelings of betrayal that quickly spiral into much larger problems like suspicion and resentment that can be toxic to your relationship. Charlotte Michie joins us to discuss what role both spouses play in this problem and how you and your spouse can improve your trust and communication to revive the compassion in your relationship.
Charlotte holds Masters degrees in both Social Psychology and Social Work, and does both individual and couples counseling in her Cary, NC practice. You can find out more about Charlotte on her website, CAMichie.com, or by calling her office at 919.467.3661
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