What Does It Mean to Commit?

11 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

11 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

11 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

12 months ago

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

How Do Arguments Affect Relationships Over Time?

12 months ago

While conflict is inevitable, frequent arguments will affect a relationship over time. Couples that do not effectively manage conflict will…

Old Habits Die Hard

1 year ago

It’s so easy to acquire bad habits, but not so easy to break them. After all, they’re habits, something you…

How Emotion Regulation Can Transform Your Conflict Cycle

1 year ago

When I meet with a new couple, I always ask: How do you self-soothe during and outside ofconflict? While some report having…

Your Relationship When Your Body and Brain Are Flooded

1 year ago

You may not know its name, but you’ve probably experienced diffuse physiological arousal (DPA). It’s that feeling you get when…

How Overcontrolling Behaviors Impact Relationships

1 year ago

Overcontrol, defined as excessive or maladaptive self control, can lead to significant problems in our relationships. People with overcontrolled traits…

Are You in Love with a Narcissist?

1 year ago

The trouble with the term “narcissist” is that it is used liberally, when a very small percentage of the population…