All couples struggle with in-law issues. Why? Because adjusting to two families becoming one isn't easy... More >>

After college, I had the opportunity to take a job in my hometown. The pay was so low, I would have to live at home. My mother said 'No'. She said if I didn't break out of my comfort zone and spread my wings at that time, I never would... More >>

Rejection is a part of life. It's ugly, painful, frightening, and disappointing, but we can't avoid it. We can only re-frame it... More >>

No relationship can be 100 percent balanced - not everything is exactly tit for tat. However, sometimes you really are in an unbalanced relationship. Here are some of the signs... More >>

...After reading your book I know now I do not have to be around toxic people. My #1 priority is now my husband and kids. I have stopped the cycle of abuse and will no longer accept abusive behavior from my 'family'... More >>

If I had to pick the most popular subject people call my show about, it would be mother- and daughter-in-law relationships. Here's why... More >>

If I had to pick the most popular subject people call my show about, it would be mother- and daughter-in-law relationships. Here's why... More >>

I frequently hear you advise callers they have to stand up to their parents. This advice generally is followed by a silence and then a gulp from the caller. I want to share my experience. More >>

I was raised by a no-nonsense woman. Life was simple for my mom. If you told the truth and stood up for what was right, all would go well for you... More >>

My 86-year-old dad passed away 5 years ago. My mom lived almost 100 miles from me and she said she didn't want me to have to come visit her every weekend so she would just move in with me. I loved the idea because I thought I would be able to take care of her. More >>