What’s Your Attachment Style?

6 months ago

When you were a helpless infant, you bonded with your mother or caregiver to ensure that you could survive. You…

Unseen Trauma Shame and Codependcy

6 months ago

The trauma of being unseen often lies at the root of both shame and codependency, quietly shaping how we relate…

Reconnecting When You’re at Loggerheads

6 months ago

When you’re locked in conflict, it’s tempting to throw away the key. After all, your partner refuses to compromise, and…

Managing vs. Resolving Conflict in Relationships

7 months ago

In The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, Dr. John Gottman’s research found that 69% of problems in a relationship are…

Why Turning Against Your Partner’s Bids Is So Harmful

7 months ago

When two people have been in a committed relationship for a long time, a certain sense of familiarity develops.  If…

Am I Too Traumatized to be in a Relationship?

7 months ago

Your dating difficulties are not caused by something about you that’s permanently flawed. If you’ve experienced trauma, being vulnerable in…

What Does It Mean to Commit?

7 months ago

If you are in a long and lasting relationship, chances are, the cornerstone of it is commitment. Maybe when you…

Red Flags vs. Growth Areas: How to Distinguish and Navigate Them

8 months ago

Relationships bring out the best and the worst in us. Some challenges are opportunities to grow together, while others signal…

Control Your Over-controlling Behavior

8 months ago

There’s a lot to be said for being in control. You feel confident and secure when you’re in charge. You…

Solid Advice for Solid Relationships

8 months ago

Every couple has a different path and a unique relationship. But most couples have a similar goal, and that is…