Phil and Maude

Why Peaceful Relationships Depend on What You Do and Don’t Do

Phil and Maude Mar 2, 2025 Tagged with Choice

MAUDE: It was recently our 20th anniversary of meeting (and a joyous celebration it was!), and …

Phil and Maude Feb 23, 2025 Tagged with Community

MAUDE: Recently, Phil and I and another friend attended a gathering to listen to our government …

Phil and Maude Feb 16, 2025 Tagged with Acceptance, Choice

MAUDE: Phil shared a thought last night: “Why get cross with anyone? You will only have …

Phil and Maude Feb 9, 2025 Tagged with Connection

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MAUDE: In these challenging and turbulent times, it is important to fill your moments with presence; …

Phil and Maude Feb 2, 2025 Tagged with Acceptance, Acknowledgment, Appreciation

PHIL: We were talking about the role of acknowledgment in relationships. At basis, it’s a recognition …

Phil and Maude Jan 26, 2025 Tagged with Conflict, Conflict-free relating, Trust

Here’s a conversation we had that illustrates how you can connect without a negative charge on …

Phil and Maude Jan 19, 2025 Tagged with Attention

MAUDE: Last week, Phil had a big birthday. I had been thinking of how to celebrate …

Phil and Maude Jan 12, 2025 Tagged with Talking

PHIL: It may seem obvious; of course you talk to your partner. But lots of conversations …

Phil and Maude Jan 5, 2025 Tagged with Honesty, Truth

PHIL: I had an imaginary conversation in my head: “Tell the truth; it’s so much easier …

Phil and Maude Dec 29, 2024

Following our end-of-year tradition, here are our top 12 favorite photos from the posts of 2024. …