The Principal that gave me my first job as a School Counselor used to end her morning announcements the same way each morning by saying, “make it a good day or not – the choice is yours”. I began to realize what she meant over the years and more than a decade later, the concept […]
Self-esteem: The Key to Fulfillment and Success, and How You Can Take Control of Your Life
Have you ever noticed that sometimes impressions from the past, prevent us from seeing the good in the present? Wondering why that is? It could be your self-esteem playing tricks on you.
House Rules: A Guide to Keeping the Peace and Maintaining Boundaries Between Parents and Their Kids
A happy home is an important part of having a content life. However, every family goes through struggles and communication issues. I see conflict in families all the time as a licensed marriage and family therapist, so I want to share with you tools I often use with families experiencing conflict.
My podcast interview with Alex Schnee: How to Cope with Anxiety During the Pandemic and Maintain Good Mental Health (Digital Nomad Edition)
Join us on this awesome podcast hosted by Alex Schnee of “Nomads on the Map and Alex on the Map” about Mental Health During the Time of Travel and more, with me, Meegan Harp, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist!
Moving on After an Affair – Infidelity in Relationship
Having an affair could not occur in my relationship. That would never happen to me. I love my partner and I would never be unfaithful to them.
Relationship Ticks: What to do with relationship “quirks” that send you over the edge
It’s natural for relationships to evolve and change over time. Honeymoon periods only last briefly. The quirks you used to love about your partner start to bother you. A lot. Whether they forget to thaw the frozen chicken, sing badly, or make too many jokes, sometimes the behavior can be so irritating it makes you want to lash out. So, how do you find your way back to romance?
Relationship “Killers” and How to Spot Them Part 4
This is the final part of a four-part series on relationships, vulnerability, and authenticity. People are often unaware of their actions and don’t think about the consequences until it is too late. Seemingly harmless actions and arguments can seriously jeopardize your relationship.
How to Communicate What You Want With the Power of Love Languages Part 3
This is part 3 of a four-part series on relationships and authenticity. In this post I’ll be delving into how you can communicate what you want out of your romantic relationship, using love languages.
Vulnerability Is The Key: Improve Your Relationship Using this Method
This is part two of a four-part series on Authenticity in Relationships. Vulnerability. Many people recoil at the feeling of fear and discomfort. Is it because we don’t want to be seen as weak? Is it because we are afraid of being judged? Or is it because we live a life where we must build walls to hide our true feelings? This may surprise you, but this seemingly undesirable trait is an essential quality in successful relationships.
How to Be Truly Authentic in Your Romantic Relationship + What’s Your Love Language?
This blog is part one of a four-part series on Authenticity in Relationships.
What does it mean to be authentic? Words like truthfulness, genuineness, real, believable, etc. may be swirling around in your head. All those words are related to authenticity. Now, how would you apply that to relationships?
