An End to Arguing: 101 Valuable Lessons for All Relationships shares with readers the skills they need to build healthy relationships and avoid destructive conflicts. Why was this an important book for you to write?

My husband Charlie and I came from families where painful arguments were commonplace. Our parents argued with each other and there were hostilities with extended family members. We KNEW there was a BETTER WAY and committed ourselves to discovering ways of handling differences that enhanced our marriage, family life, therapy clients, and other relationships with people who are important to us. We got some really good help and I feel a sense of responsibility to pass it on to others.

What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?

It really is possible to end arguing. We just need to be sensitive to where the line is between having a passionate, intense discussion, and going over the line to attempt to coerce the other person to seeing things our way. I was also determined to inspire my readers to practice mindfulness, to take breaks when they are triggered, to pause and reflect, and to enhance all of their relationships by being patient, generous, empathetic and compassionate.

What is one piece of advice you wish someone had given you when you were younger?

There is so much to learn about effective communication which enhances close relationships. There really isn’t anything better that we can be spending our time doing than learning how to have great relationships because that’s where our greatest happiness and well-being resides.

What is one thing readers take away from your book?

Our readers understand how powerful they are to impact their relationships with others when they have differences.

The differences that we have from others can be a source of learning, growth and enrichment.

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