With stay-at-home orders in place, we are spending unprecedented amounts of time at home, and in turn, with our partners. Most couples are not accustomed to spending this much time…
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3 Tips to Manage Conflict in Your Relationship
Need new ways to manage conflict in your relationship? If you are currently or have ever been in a romantic relationship, you know that conflict between partners is inevitable; all…
3 Common Problems in the First Year of Marriage
There are common problems in the first year of marriage as the excitement and newness wear off and reality sets in. More often than not, married life is far different…
7 Ways to Be There For a Friend Who Is Grieving
Looking for ways to be there for a friend who is grieving? Someone you care about just lost someone (or something) very important to them, and you feel helpless. You…
Things to Consider Trying to Help Someone Who Doesn’t Want Help
Do you have a loved one who is suffering but is resistant to make a change or seek help? Trying to help someone who doesn't want help? Perhaps they seem…
How to Reduce Technology’s Threat on Modern Relationships
As technology continues to advance, so does our reliance on it. Constant access to messaging, email and social media on our devices has created more opportunities to connect and communicate with friends, family,…
4 Ways to Overcome Loneliness
What is loneliness? Feeling lonely is not the same as being physically alone; we all know it's possible to be alone and feel content, and it's also possible to feel…
How Saying “No” Can Improve Your Relationships
Saying “no” can improve your relationships Does this sound counterintuitive? Consider the following: Do you constantly find yourself overwhelmed with your obligations to friends, family, and coworkers? Are you the person…
5 Tips for Approaching Your Partner About Couples Counseling
Should we go to couples therapy? Maybe you've been curious about couples therapy, but you're hesitant to bring it up with your partner. Maybe you worry that your request will cause…
The Importance of Vulnerability in Relationships
What's comes to mind when you hear "vulnerability?" This word is commonly associated with weakness or shame. Being vulnerable means being emotionally exposed, which is not something that comes naturally…