Author Archives: drbrooks
I’m lonely, what do I do now?
I used to watch a lot of TV just to kill time. It worked for a while but eventually I would begin thinking about my wife and the loneliness would settle in. We enjoyed watching all kinds of sports, movies … Continue reading
Learning how to confront will pay off big time!
As my client began to speak, his wife asked him, “you didn’t hear a word I said, did you?” well, of course I did, he responded. She motioned with her hands and said “Time-out!” and what did I say? He … Continue reading
Don’t Share Your Marriage Problems With A Gossip
Gossip, you ever give gossip much of a thought? Have you ever been harmed by gossip? I think most of us can truthfully answer that question with a resounding, YES! Did you know that gossip destroys many marriages just in … Continue reading
Don’t Listen To Friends Who Tell You To Divorce
I counsel and divorce coach many men and women going through divorce in a year’s time. One thing I hear repeatedly from many of the women I counsel is that they got talked into a divorce by well-meaning friends. I … Continue reading
Should I fight for my marriage?
I get lots of calls from people who are having a tough time deciding if they should stay in a bad marriage or not. “What’s the point of staying in it” I often hear. Well, that’s entirely up to you. … Continue reading
Posted in Dr. Mike's rants
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Where has the Art of communication Gone?
“Don’t you remember I told you that I would be running errands after work today? I told you last week while you were in the shower. You never listen to me”, as she scolded her husband! It’s amazing how at … Continue reading
Posted in Divorce Coach
Tagged assumptions, Divorce, Dr. Mike divorce coach and counselor, heart-to-heart talk, verbalize
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I’m So Lonely I Could Cry
I used to watch a lot of TV just to kill time. It worked for a while but eventually I would begin thinking about my wife and the loneliness would settle in. We enjoyed watching all kinds of sports, movies, … Continue reading
Is Divorce My Only Option?
Divorce can be an ugly word when you’re on the receiving end. Even more when you get served papers. One of the heartbreaking aspects of my job is helping couples who are contemplating divorce. There are many reasons why people … Continue reading
Just How Painful Are the Holidays for You?
If you’re going through a divorce and are alone for Christmas and News Years, here are some words of encouragement for you: Go do something! Don’t sit around and say “Woe is me!” Get off the couch and get out … Continue reading
Posted in Divorce Coach
Tagged call someone, do something, ease the pain of divorce, encourage someone, helping others, troubles, worries
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“I want to forgive you, but I don’t know how!”
“I want to forgive, but I don’t know how!” When I found out that my wife was cheating on me with a man 22 years younger than she was, I was shocked! My pain was incredible! The lies and her … Continue reading
Posted in Divorce Coach
Tagged bitter, bitterness, coerce, consequences, Dr. Mike Brooks, Emotional pain, forgive, Letting go
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