At some point in our lives, we all experience disagreements in our families. Whether it's a squabble over who gets the last slice of pizza or a deeper conflict about values and respect, these moments can leave us feeling frustrated, upset, and sometimes even hurt. Have you experienced this? If so, you're not alone! Conflict […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]