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Spouses Do Better Under New Bay State Probate Laws

The conventional wisdom around the country is that Massachusetts is generally “out in front” on many issues of the day.  Legalizing gay marriage and instituting Romneycare come to mind.  OK…maybe we’ve got that label for good reason.   But that hasn’t … Continue reading
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5 Steps to Save Your Relationship!! Let’s Dissolve Jealously and Create the Perfect Partner.

5 Steps to Save Your Relationship!!   Let’s Dissolve Jealously and Create the Perfect Partner. Through my own personal journey, treating thousands of patients and in coaching hundreds of individuals and couples ,  I have discovered the areas of resistance within … Continue reading
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Older Women, Divorce and Poverty

Many older women who go through a divorce take a big financial hit. Various studies have shown that women divorcing in their 50’s are more likely to have smaller retirement savings, less paid-in Social Security contributions and fewer liquid investments, … Continue reading
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The Relationship Dance

We’ve all experienced the dance of a relationship – whether it’s an intimate partnership, a friendship, or a work relationship – together choreographing those steps that over time develop into an established routine.  Sometimes the steps are smooth and coordinated … Continue reading
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The New Normal After Separation

Do you want to know an unexpected finding from the Framingham Heart Study, a research project that has been conducted over six decades? Happiness is contagious and the secret may very well be in the connection. Social relationships correlate positively … Continue reading
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Curious Conversation

Flirting is an activity that sometimes ripples with powerful emotional electricity. It usually starts with a visual- we see someone who looks attractive and piques our interest. Then hopefully, we are inspired to approach that person and ask or share … Continue reading
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Rejection as a Step Forward

We can’t talk about dating without mentioning the ‘R’ word: Rejection.  It’s a basic fear that prevents many people from putting themselves out there.  No one wants to feel rejected, unloved, or worse, unlovable. It’s easy to feel stung, or … Continue reading
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Big Changes On Deck for MA Divorce Laws

It’s being billed as “fair and equitable alimony reform in Massachusetts”.  And with 65% of the state’s senators and representatives signing on as co-sponsors, The Alimony Reform Act of 2011 appears to be on track to become law.  The House … Continue reading
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Divorce – The New Generation

Divorce is just a word, the feelings and emotions placed upon this word and process have their roots based in the very constitution of our heritage. Laws of government , corporations, and many religious doctrines define marriage as the event … Continue reading

Do You Communicate Your Wants and Needs Effectively?

Sweat beads form on the forehead. Butterflies, or maybe even pterodactyls, fly about the stomach. Words are rehearsed in the head until the original meaning is jumbled and forgotten. This is the body’s reaction to a difficult conversation. Sound familiar? … Continue reading