Monthly Archives: May 2013

Don’t Provoke Me

Posted on May 28, 2013 by drbrooks

I was six years old when our military family made the long drive from Fort Lewis, Washington to Fort Slocum, NY. My sister Deb had a knack for picking fights. My dad didn’t tolerate fighting in the car and my … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in general | Tagged anger, Divorce, provoke, relationships | Leave a comment

What Ever Happened to Martial Communication?

Posted on May 16, 2013 by drbrooks

As I sat across my desk looking into the eyes of a new client, she was having a difficult time using the word divorce in a sentence. Finally, I asked her why she wanted a divorce. She became silent and … Continue reading →

Posted in I want to save my marriage | Tagged anger, bitterness, conflict, Divorce, Dr. Mike, Dr. Mike divorce coach and counselor, hates conflict, lack of communication, unresolved conflict | Leave a comment

When Someone Encourages You to Get a Divorce

Posted on May 6, 2013 by drbrooks

When is the last time you heard someone say to you or a friend, “If I were you I would get a divorce”? I hear it all the time in my office. I had a young man in my office … Continue reading →

Posted in Divorce Coach | Tagged confront your spouse, consequences of divorce, Divorce, loveless marriage | Leave a comment