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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Saying, “No” is hard.  I know this, you know this, everyone knows this. What is more interesting is that everyone also knows that it stinks to say, “Yes” to something that you didn’t want to commit to. Yet, we all find ourselves in this awkward position. Unable to say, “No”. Regretting saying, “Yes”. This challenge […]

I think most of us can agree that relationships are not always smooth sailing.  Some are great, some are mediocre, and some are just plain terrible. There are many reasons and many factors that play a role, but a lack of communication skills is a really common reason. You’ve got people who: don’t like to […]

Having emotions is one of the incredible wonders of the human experience. And as most cases would have it, you often can’t have the good without the bad. We all experience a varying range of emotions. Yet, some of us tend to manage them better than others, and this all comes down to your emotional […]

  The practice of self-awareness involves learning about yourself. At first, it seems like an odd concept to grasp, doesn’t it? We’re used to learning about things foreign to us, but getting to know ourselves, our own minds, where we spend all our time – that’s a tough nut to crack. The fact remains that […]

Knowing your partner’s or your own love language is one thing. But actually putting it into practice? That’s a whole different ballgame. While we all have different ways of expressing and receiving love—also known as “love languages”—it can be tough when your partner’s love language differs from your own. However, specific love language exercises can […]

We often find it difficult to confront our own feelings, much less show our vulnerable sides to other people. But every time you share your vulnerabilities, you build acceptance and find the courage to live your true authentic self.  On the other side of vulnerability, there is growth, confidence, and belonging. Sharing your inner thoughts […]