It is a pervasive influence on our lives and some would say not a healthy one. How does participation in social media affect our lives and our relationships for better or for worse? Alvean and Doug

Some have said that Parenthood is the last of the unskilled occupations. How do we prepare ourselves, how do we take on the necessary wisdom to raise our children to become successful and happy adults

It is a momentous step and one that can make or break a relationship. Accommodating another person's habits, posessions, and space put our affections to the test and what may be acceptable when we liv

For some it is acts of service, for others affirmation, gifts of touch, or quality time. These are the ways we express our affection and affirm our love. But they are not always acknowledged, valued

The path to hell they say is paved with good intentions. Too often we make the mistake of enabling a loved one to continue to harbor destructive --even self destructive habits or patterns of behavior

How many of us have idealized the perfect mate, and found that our dream curdled in reality? That is the question Alvean and Doug tackle in this episode. Is it possible to find such a person, and i

In a time when friend may mean someone you know on Facebook, what is a good friend and how do you know if you are one? Alvean and Doug talk about friendship and relationships and how the two relate. F

One of the more difficult behaviors to address in a relationship is the passive/aggressive partner. Communication with passive aggressive partners is ultimately a difficult proposition that stands ev

Healthy and authentic relationships have a very special quality, they actually expand our capacity to feel and express love--not only to our beloved but to our circle of friends and family as well. I

In life and in relationships we may model our behavior on influential people in for better or worse. In this episode, Alvean and Doug talk about their role models and explore the ways role models act