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.
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.
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.
Unexpected ways you may be gaslighting yourself (and how to break free from the negativity)
What is gaslighting? “Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse where a person or group makes someone question their sanity, perception of reality, or memories”. Gaslighting can happen between individuals and can even be self-inflicted.
How to Deal with Loved Ones with Opposing Viewpoints
Conflicts happen. As the adage goes, “Why do we hurt the ones we love?” Well, considering how much we emotionally invest into our loved ones, it actually makes perfect sense.
The world itself is contentious, but with the snowball of events over the last several months, it feels like tensions are coming to a boiling point everywhere, and our relationships are not exempt from this.
