Relating vs. Controlling, Part 2: Couples
I have a tendency to control. I like to do things in a certain way in my home, and expect others who are doing the same thing (i.e. husband) to do it the same way that I do. I know … Continued
I have a tendency to control. I like to do things in a certain way in my home, and expect others who are doing the same thing (i.e. husband) to do it the same way that I do. I know … Continued
When I feel stressed out – I cry. And sometimes I cry in front of my kids. I am not ashamed of it…and they have learned to empathize (“Mom, can I read you a book to help you calm down?”) … Continued
Yesterday the children and I went out to the garden – me to trim the trees (although I ended up chopping practically the entire tree down – I really had no idea what I was doing) – and the kids … Continued
The other day I was walking my daughter to gan (kindergarten) and as we were walking she turned to me and said, “Ima, how do you say boat in Hebrew?” I looked at her and confidently answered the first word … Continued
Last week, early in the morning, we were helping our children get ready for school. My son (the first grader) was having a difficult time waking up, getting himself out of bed, getting dressed and brushing his teeth. He … Continued
It has been an intense beginning to this new second year. My son started first grade a few weeks ago and I have to admit – I was probably more nervous than he was. We made aliya last year – … Continued