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Relational Aggression in Marriage?

Written by Demian Yumei on September 27, 2009 — Leave a Comment

I was recently asked if relational aggression could be found in marriage. Yes. Relational aggression can be found in marriage, in politics, in churches, in businesses and higher education. Relational aggression can exist in any social interaction. Relational aggression is not age or gender. It’s covert abuse and manipulation. When did we ever get the [...]

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Chinese New Year

Written by Demian Yumei on January 26, 2009 — Leave a Comment

Happy Chinese New Year! Year of the Ox. The ox stands for persistence and tenacity. I hope for you this year the strength and perseverance to be true to your ideals and principles, and your own healing path. Where there is duplicity and manipulation, may there be clarity and empowerment. Where there is usury and [...]

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What do you care about what people think?

Written by Demian Yumei on December 18, 2007 — Leave a Comment

Well, I don’t…not until it interferes with my ability and right to live my life without undue prejudice or harassment. I’ve always found it curious that we are often so dismissive of how hurtful “what other people think” can be when it comes to children or individuals…as if the thoughts of others floated around on [...]

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