Most of us hate arguments. They knot our stomachs, raise our voices, and leave us wondering if we said too much… or not enough. But here’s the twist: what if those heated moments weren’t signs your relationship was falling apart, but clues that it’s actually alive, growing, and asking for more honesty? Conflict, as messy […]

Loneliness can hit us even in a social situation. When our needs to foster deep connections where we relate to others and them to us aren’t met, we can feel lonely. Inevitably, social isolation accelerates feelings of loneliness. So, how can we make connections with people we relate to? How can we find friends that […]

Relationships are not always a walk in the park. Some days are better than others, and in some cases disagreements are unavoidable. But, that doesn’t mean the relationship should end or proceed while the involved people are unhappy.   How often have you heard people suggest therapy to a couple because they're going through a tough […]

Have you noticed how some relationships feel light and effortless, like you’re both caught in the same current, moving together without even trying? And then other times, maybe even in the same relationship, it feels heavy, like you’re dragging love uphill just to keep it alive. That invisible push and pull isn’t random. It’s the […]

No relationship is perfect.  I think that’s something most of us can all agree with. While they may not be perfect, we usually prefer happy and harmonious relationships – ones where you feel valued, respected, and safe. How happy and healthy do you think your intimate relationship is? On a scale of 1-10, what would […]

Have you ever felt the invisible shift in the air when someone walks into the room? Maybe your shoulders relax because their presence is warm and grounding. Or maybe your stomach tightens, even before a single word is spoken. That’s relationship energy. The truth is, vibes don’t lie. We pick up on more than we […]

Getting to know someone and eventually falling in love with them is a magical feeling. Once in love, there is a need for us to keep falling in love and reminding your partner of how much you love them.  This is where the famous love languages come into play. Most of us know the 5 […]

Dealing with heartache can feel horrible.  Grieving the loss of a relationship can certainly send you spiraling - feeling so much pain, confusion, and disappointment. Most of us can relate to heartache. Life throws all sorts of things our way that cause us to feel pain. And, it’s easy to get stuck there for a […]

Fight, flight or freeze - have you heard this before? Here's an example: One day, while happily walking in nature, I turned the corner on the trail and my eyes spotted a huge snake. Instantly, I froze. In just a few seconds, these kinds of thoughts went through my head: OMG, I’m going to die. […]