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fromMail Online
22 hours ago

Revealed: The secret phrases women use to avoid rows

Common partner phrases like 'I'm fine' or 'Nothing's wrong' often mask opposite feelings and are used to avoid conflict and soften criticism.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Harriette Cole: My roommate's annoying Post-its are affecting my peace of mind

Ask your roommate to have a household meeting. At the meeting, point out that you have noticed the many notes all over your home with your roommate's requests for work to be done. Push back. Explain that you do not appreciate the notes. You prefer having a direct conversation about the delineation of duties in your shared space. Acknowledge that the two of you have different standards,
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Harriette Cole: My husband gripes all the time but won't speak up for himself

You need to stand up for yourself. When your husband speaks to you in an unacceptable way, tell him to stop. In the moment, if possible, point out that he is yelling or being rude or disrespectful. You can even say, Honey, I know you had a hard day today, but I need you not to take it out on me.
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fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Real Housewives of Miami Recap: Seville Wars

This season has been less about who is right or wrong in any argument and more about the tactics they use to fight each other. Just like Guerdy was totally right in her fight with Julia, especially after she threw water at her, but the tactics she used to publish Julia's texts made her behavior unseemly to the women.
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fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Conquering a Covert People Problem

Passive aggression is a subtle, cloaked, or covert means of expressing anger. It is rooted in anger and plays out in virtually every area of life.
Mental health
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Handle a Passive-Aggressive Family Member

Passive-aggressive behavior can significantly disrupt family dynamics.
Refusing to engage denies passive-aggressors their influence.
Address passive-aggressiveness privately and constructively.
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