by Nancy | Nov 13, 2016
I recently listened to an emotional voicemail from a former divorce mediation client, Jenny. She said that her 11 year old daughter, Courtney, was crying hysterically over her dad’s break-up with yet another girlfriend. Jenny wanted to know if a post-divorce...
by Nancy | Nov 7, 2016
As a divorce and family Mediator, I have witnessed great success in the peaceful, respectful resolution of highly emotional situations. There are many reasons for the success, not the least of which is the spirit of compromise most of my clients bring to the table....
by Nancy | Oct 31, 2016
“Life always offers a second chance. It’s called tomorrow.” – Dylan Thomas Months ago, I had the opportunity to speak before a group of young women in business. I prepared a brief presentation on communication in the workplace, but as it turned...
by Nancy | Oct 24, 2016
You’ve been noticing for months that your parents are becoming less and less independent. Simple housekeeping duties, once accomplished so matter-of-factly, are now being ignored. Dishes stay in the sink, weeds are taking over the garden, and trash cans are...
by Nancy | Oct 17, 2016
He’s an adult, right? He’s been living independently for years, right? And all of a sudden, he’s calling you twice a day, crying, venting, and turning into a lump of rapidly liquefying jello. How did this happen? And, more importantly, how are...
by Nancy | Oct 10, 2016
Is it possible for two people to end their relationship in a fair and respectful manner without spending thousands of dollars on attorneys? Absolutely! Here’s one scenario: A couple of years ago, I met with Pat and Chris. Pat had retained a lawyer for $2,500....
by Nancy | Oct 4, 2016
I am not a grandparent, and I had only one, my grandpa Sam, who died when I was six. But I witnessed firsthand the special relationship my parents had with their grandchildren, as well as the loving, caring and fun that many of my friends are currently having with...
by Nancy | Sep 26, 2016
Let’s face it: sex is an important part of almost every relationship and, correspondingly, sex is an important part of why many relationships end. But once it’s over and you’re adjusting to your new life, is it ever a good idea to have sex with your...
by Nancy | Sep 19, 2016
Having a difficult conversation with an aging parent is no picnic. There can be dozens of underlying issues stemming back decades and, when you and your adult siblings don’t see eye-to-eye, it might get ugly. Here are some suggestions to help the process go...
by Nancy | Sep 12, 2016
As our population ages, we see older adults all over the place. We’re living longer, and seniors are leading active lives. That is, until we see things start to change. I frequently talk with families about how roles have reversed, and adult children are...
by Nancy | Sep 5, 2016
Have you ever been in a heated discussion with a loved one or a co-worker, only to find yourself enraged by a single statement? In retrospect, you acknowledge that your partner, sibling, colleague or parent knows exactly how to push your buttons, and you probably know...
by Nancy | Aug 29, 2016
“Vanity Fair,” by William Makepeace Thackeray (note his middle name) was required reading for me as an English Lit major in college. The only thing I actually remember from the book was the line, “Revenge may be wicked, but it’s natural.”...
