Peacemaker's Guide to Life

The place dedicated to teaching peace.

Shawna Leady
About:
Shawna has been a mediator for the past 8 years.
Check out her online course on "How to Have a Difficult Conversation" https://www.udemy.com/the-fine-art-of-communication/?couponCode=Podcast15

Learn the tips and techniques for having the relationships you've always dreamed.

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Birthdate: Sep 28 1972
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Location: Illinois US

Posts by Shawna Leady

My Boyfriend Says Mean Things to Me. Help!
Shawna Leady
Dec 05 2016

My Boyfriend calls me names and expects me to be "tough" about it. What should I do?
I'm a sensitive person. he says & does things that upset me. When I speak up, he calls me a baby or says “why are you so sensitive?!” In my mind he's ...

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Marry Me! Or, I am Leaving
Shawna Leady
Dec 05 2016

Need help having a difficult conversation? Check out my online course!
https://www.udemy.com/the-fine-art-of-communication/?
Link to Dr. Gary Chapman's Book : Things I wish I'd known before we got married. https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B00...

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How to Apologize
Shawna Leady
May 28 2015

I don't know anyone who likes to admit when they have been wrong. However, to error is human. So, what should you do to make things right, beyond saying I am sorry?

Here are the 10 key steps to an honest apology.
1. Acknowledge what you have do...

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My boyfriend says he loves me... but has cold feet.
Shawna Leady
May 14 2015

Lisa sent the following email:
Lately my boyfriend has been making small comments about why are we getting married? When I look at him, he says I'm just kidding. The wedding was supposed to be last September. He said he wasn't ready as it got close...

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The Wrong Reasons to Get Married
Shawna Leady
Apr 30 2015

Last week we talked about the "right" reasons to get married. This week let's review reasons someone shouldn't get married.
I realize that everyone has their own relationship baggage to carry, and no one is perfect. The purpose of this list is to ...

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What are the right reasons to get married?
Shawna Leady
Apr 23 2015

In this episode, Shawna talks about the right reasons to get married.
This is a very important question and sadly, I don't think many people actually ask themselves this question until it's too late.First, lets talk about the "right" reasons to get ma...

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Reasons Why Couple Argue and How to Turn it Around
Shawna Leady
Apr 16 2015


The three common reasons couples argue usually involves money, chores and time together.
If you are thinking about getting married, or you are a newlywed, these are the three areas you must get into the habit of talking about regularly. Unfortunate...

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Graduating College - Should I stay with my boyfriend?
Shawna Leady
Apr 09 2015

In this episode, Shawna talks about life after college.
Question
My boyfriend Jake and I have been together for two years. We met in college and we are about to graduate in the spring. He says he wants to marry me, but I don't know if I'm ready. I...

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To Prenup or Not? That is the Question.
Shawna Leady
Apr 02 2015

Should you sign a prenup? This episode will outline the purpose for starting the prenup disucsion and the importance of having these important discussions, before you get married.
This series will provide insights and steps towards preparing for a lo...

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The Five Stages of Romantic Relationships
Shawna Leady
Mar 26 2015

Romantic relationships can be difficult to navigate. However, if you know in advance the phases of a relationship, you will be better able to decide what is best for you and the one you love.
This video episode will go through the 5 stages of a rom...

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