Stay Happily Married » dependency http://stayhappilymarried.com A marriage and relationship resource for couples seeking marriage counseling and growth. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:40:29 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Copyright © 2010 Stay Happily Married stayhapp@stayhappilymarried.com (Stay Happily Married) stayhapp@stayhappilymarried.com (Stay Happily Married) Family 1440 http://stayhappilymarried.com/shm/wp-content/uploads/shm-albumart144.png Stay Happily Married » dependency http://stayhappilymarried.com/shm 144 144 How to stay happily married - The latest marriage tips and advice from the nation's leading authors, counselors, and mental health professionals. Topics include, sex, intimacy, marriage counseling, conflict, kids, and family. A marriage and relationship resource for couples seeking marriage counseling and growth. marriage, divorce, counseling, marital strife, intimacy, counseling, affair, sex, conflict, arguments, author Stay Happily Married Stay Happily Married stayhapp@stayhappilymarried.com no no Rising To New Heights With Your Wingspouse http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/10/19/rising-to-new-heights-with-your-wingspouse/ http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/10/19/rising-to-new-heights-with-your-wingspouse/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:32:35 +0000 Ned http://stayhappilymarried.com/?p=458

The demands of a high-level executive or political job can often overrun a marriage, and leave the other spouse with the option of trying to pursue a career of his or her own and risk dividing the marriage, or solely being the stay-at-home parent and feeling unfulfilled, unappreciated, and trapped. Is there any way to avoid these pitfalls and bring both spouses together and stay engaged in a common goal?

Kathi Browne joins us to discuss the concept of being a “wingspouse” and making the career and marriage one of mutual involvement for both spouses. Kathi blogs about successfully investing in your spouse’s career on her blog at Wingspouse.com and also offers seminars that examine the best practices of being a wingspouse.

]]> http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/10/19/rising-to-new-heights-with-your-wingspouse/feed/ 0 22:39 The demands of a high-level executive or political job can often overrun a marriage, and leave the other spouse with the option of trying to ... The demands of a high-level executive or political job can often overrun a marriage, and leave the other spouse with the option of trying to pursue a career of his or her own and risk dividing the marriage, or solely being the stay-at-home parent and feeling unfulfilled, unappreciated, and trapped. Is there any way to avoid these pitfalls and bring both spouses together and stay engaged in a common goal? Kathi Browne joins us to discuss the concept of being a "wingspouse" and making the career and marriage one of mutual involvement for both spouses. Kathi blogs about successfully investing in your spouse's career on her blog at Wingspouse.com and also offers seminars that examine the best practices of being a wingspouse. dependency, marriage, podcasts Stay Happily Married no no Do You Treat Your Spouse Like A Child? http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/08/10/do-you-treat-your-spouse-like-a-child/ http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/08/10/do-you-treat-your-spouse-like-a-child/#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:46:53 +0000 Ned http://stayhappilymarried.com/?p=415

Where is the line between a normal concern for your spouse’s well-being, and micr0-managing his or her every decision? Are problems with respect and control solely the fault of the “parent” in the relationship, or do both spouses play a part in creating this kind of dynamic? Dr. Katrina Kuzyszyn-Jones joins us to look at the control issues and maturity issues that can lead to this problem and discuss what both spouses can do today to start fixing this unhealthy pattern.

Katrina holds a Masters degree in Forensic Psychology, a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and has been practicing for over 10 years. Katrina practices with Lepage Associates in Durham, NC and can be reached at 919.572.0000, or by visiting LepageAssociates.com

]]> http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/08/10/do-you-treat-your-spouse-like-a-child/feed/ 0 23:57 Where is the line between a normal concern for your spouse's well-being, and micr0-managing his or her every decision? Are problems with respect and control ... Where is the line between a normal concern for your spouse's well-being, and micr0-managing his or her every decision? Are problems with respect and control solely the fault of the "parent" in the relationship, or do both spouses play a part in creating this kind of dynamic? Dr. Katrina Kuzyszyn-Jones joins us to look at the control issues and maturity issues that can lead to this problem and discuss what both spouses can do today to start fixing this unhealthy pattern. Katrina holds a Masters degree in Forensic Psychology, a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and has been practicing for over 10 years. Katrina practices with Lepage Associates in Durham, NC and can be reached at 919.572.0000, or by visiting LepageAssociates.com blame, conflict, control, dependency, podcasts Stay Happily Married no no Are You Too Dependent on Your Spouse? http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/05/18/are-you-too-dependent-on-your-spouse/ http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/05/18/are-you-too-dependent-on-your-spouse/#comments Mon, 18 May 2009 19:21:40 +0000 Ned http://stayhappilymarried.com/?p=358

Is your marriage lopsided? Is one spouse so emotionally dependent on the other that it is causing tension and stress between the two of you? Jennifer Coleman joins us to examine the line between a healthy and unhealthy emotional dependence on your spouse and what you can do to identify and correct dependency issues in your relationship.

Jennifer is a licensed professional counselor and is a nationally certified counselor who practices with Eastover Psychological and Psychiatric Group in Cornelius, NC, where she works with couples, families and  individuals from young children to adults on issues ranging from depression, anxiety, relationship issues and life transitions. Jennifer is also a Life Transitions Coach with Rosen Law Firm, where she helps clients set goals and priorities to help manage their lives. You can find out more about Jennifer and her practice at EPPG.org

]]> http://stayhappilymarried.com/2009/05/18/are-you-too-dependent-on-your-spouse/feed/ 3 22:50 Is your marriage lopsided? Is one spouse so emotionally dependent on the other that it is causing tension and stress between the two of you? ... Is your marriage lopsided? Is one spouse so emotionally dependent on the other that it is causing tension and stress between the two of you? Jennifer Coleman joins us to examine the line between a healthy and unhealthy emotional dependence on your spouse and what you can do to identify and correct dependency issues in your relationship. Jennifer is a licensed professional counselor and is a nationally certified counselor who practices with Eastover Psychological and Psychiatric Group in Cornelius, NC, where she works with couples, families and  individuals from young children to adults on issues ranging from depression, anxiety, relationship issues and life transitions. Jennifer is also a Life Transitions Coach with Rosen Law Firm, where she helps clients set goals and priorities to help manage their lives. You can find out more about Jennifer and her practice at EPPG.org dependency, podcasts Stay Happily Married no no