Women who are assertive are sometimes accused of being aggressive. So we may feel pressure to back down or “people-please” instead of saying what’s on our mind. When the issue is important, here are some ways of pressing on, no matter what. Heed Alan Allard's suggestions. Stand your ground. If…
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Memorial Day is coming up, and that means summer isn't far behind. Nothing says summer like strawberries, and Pamela Morgan shared with us her recipe for Lemon Poppy Cheesecake with Strawberry Rhubarb Compote. For more of Pamela's recipes, visit Flirting with Flavors. Cheesecake: 6 tablespoons sugar…
Difficult people can suck the oxygen out of the room if you let them. To successfully deal with them, you must be methodical. Your attitude is important. Most difficult people aren’t trying to harm you; they are just unconscious or self-absorbed. Here are a few personality types you’re likely to…
Anger is an important emotion. It can tell us that something isn’t right and we need to make a change on our own behalf. But many of us react to it in a way that’s not constructive. Often, we either deny it or fail to understand the issues that cause it.…