Relationships
Help… I Think I May Be Codependent
The term Codependent has been around for over 40 years, and originally was applied to spouses of alcoholics. Over the years, research has shown that codependency is applied much more commonly to the general population. Melody Beattie was one of the first people who popularized the idea that everyday people are suffering from codependency. In […]
Reconnecting Hearts: How EFT Transforms Couples from Conflict to Closeness
Relationships typically do not typically fall apart because couples stop loving each other. Commonly, it is due to falling into patterns of disconnection, the same arguments, the same triggers, the same emotional distance that leaves both partners feeling unheard or unseen. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is designed to help with this issue. What is EFT, […]
Love Maps: 25 Questions to Ask Your Partner to Strengthen Your Connection
After a long time in a relationship, it can be easy to assume you know everything there is to know about your partner. We often stop taking the time to update our understanding of who they are, what matters to them, and how their hopes and dreams may have changed. At the same time, many […]
Staying Connected Through the Teen Years
AH yes, the teenage years. A time when your normally happy and easy-going child turns into a moody stranger almost overnight. Power struggles over the simplest things can turn into battles that last days or weeks. Many parents find themselves feeling disconnected from their child as they reach adolescence. Despite that disconnect, it’s more important […]
Positive Mental Health Perspective During the Holidays: How to be Stress-Free this Season
When we think about the holidays and the end of any year, oftentimes we think of it as a time of celebration, togetherness, family, and joy. While that is the reality for some, for others, it can be a time of high anxiety, depression, and feelings of overwhelm. Many dynamics are at play during this […]
Navigating Through Fighting Fair
It can be said that no perfect relationship exists out there. Every couple spends time in the inevitable quarrel or disagreement from time to time. Whether it is a minor disconnect or a major dispute, how couples handle the conflict can determine how successful the outcome might be. The health of a relationship between two […]
Keeping Your Cool: Resolve Conflict with CBT Techniques
Conflicts are a natural part of human interaction, but how we handle them can greatly impact our relationships and well-being. Instead of letting conflicts escalate into heated arguments or emotional turmoil, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to resolve conflict can help you stay cool, calm, and collected during tense situations. Recognize Your Thoughts The […]
Selfish or Selfless?
Ladies and gentlemen, children of all ages! Come one, come all, and welcome to the chaotic circus of relationships. I am your humble host and ringmaster, People McPleaser, and I welcome you to our show. As the best ringmaster in the business, it is my job to make sure all of you having the best […]
Tips for Blending Families
You’ve healed, met the love of your life and are hopeful this time around they are “the one”. Now what? You have kids from your previous relationship and are excited to blend your family with your new love’s family. From the surface this seems like an easy task, but soon you are greeted with challenges. […]
Am I Experiencing Empathy or Sympathy?
What is your go to reaction when an individual is experiencing distress or needs? As people, our reactions can vary. One person’s response might be to sit and feel the emotions, while other’s might be to offer immediate condolences. But what is the name of these reactions? Am I experiencing empathy or sympathy? Both are […]