Entries by Laurie Shoats

Insider Information Into a Man’s Mind/Real Life Solutions Counseling, Inc.

Blog #21 Insider Information Into a Man’s Mind/Real Life Solutions Counseling, Inc. November 2015 We have already determined that there are many significant differences between men and womens’ brains. One of the many things my female clients appreciate hearing about is how a man’s perception that he is unable to make his partner happy affects […]

Healthy Boundaries – Real Life Solutions Counseling, Inc.

Blog #19 Healthy Boundaries October 2015 Having healthy boundaries in a relationship can mean the difference between a long and happy marriage and an unhealthy one. Boundaries can be explained as your personal comfort level with certain things. Healthy boundaries include being able to be assertive, knowing how to compromise, and having good communication skills. […]

Emotional Intelligence- How Well Do You Know Your Feelings And The Feelings Of Others Real Life Solutions Counseling, Inc.

Blog #18 Emotional Intelligence How Well Do You Know Your Feelings And The Feelings Of Others Emotional intelligence can be described as the ability to recognize your feelings as well as other people’s feelings and how to appropriately navigate those feelings. We are all familiar with the phrase, “wearing your heart on your sleeve”. At […]

Sex, Monogamy and Relationships- Real Life Solutions Counseling, Inc.

Blog #16 Sex, Monogamy and Relationships Sept. 2015 Lately, over the past several years or so I have seen a trend towards more open relationships. These can often be referred to as being in the “lifestyle”. For this to be successful, it is imperative that BOTH partners fully agree to being involved in an open […]

Perception is Reality- Real Life Solutions Counseling, Inc.

Blog #13 August 2015 Perception is Reality Another important thing to be aware of is that perception is reality. What this means is the way a person sees something is their reality. It is very difficult to change someone’s perception. The most you can hope to accomplish is to have your partner be able to […]

Communication Tips for Couples- Real Life Solutions Counseling, Inc.

Blog #12 Communication Tips Communication is the key to a healthy relationship. Communication is both verbal and nonverbal. The more powerful of the two is often the nonverbal communication between couples. When there is a breakdown in communication, the foundation of the relationship is at risk. One of the main things my couples present with […]