Sign 1: Poor Communication Once communication has deteriorated, recurring “vicious cycles” of conflict and arguments can take over to the point that distressed couples often complain “we keep having the…
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How to Protect Your Relationship in Quarantine
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…
3 Tips for Managing 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 couples experience distress from time to time. Thus, the…
Common Problems in the First Year of Marriage
Problems are common 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 than…
7 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 see this person suffering and you wish so badly that you could…
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? Perhaps they seem to be stuck in a cycle of making…
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
Learning when to say “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…
5 Tips for Approaching 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…