We have looked at the first 3 elements of the combination to a successful relationship: the importance of the Space-Between, of Safety; and of mastering the Safe Conversation Process. The 4th piece of the puzzle is an understanding of Imago Relationship Therapy. Imago: Our Understanding of Relationships Harville Hendrix and his wife, Helen, made a […]
The Relationship Revolution: Truth 4 & 5
The last two truths in their book Making Marriage Simple are: #4 Marriage isn’t a disease to be treated. It’s the cure and #5 Relationship Education must be supported and made available to everyone. Truth #4 Marriage Isn’t a Disease to Be Treated – It’s the Cure Their point here is that in any relationship […]
Your Brain has a Mind of Its Own
Helen, who is writing this chapter, begins with: “The brain can be divided into two parts: the lower brain, which we call the Crocodile; and the higher brain, which we call the Owl.” (p.100) Years ago, in my book Dream Relationship, I began with a similar concept: “Safety: the key to a great relationship. The […]
