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 […]

There are a lot of factors that shape us into being the people we are today. Among these factors is the relationship we have/had with our primary caregiver when we were young. In most cases, this is our mothers.  In the 1950s, Bowlby introduced the attachment theory which was later expanded by Mary Ainsworth. The theory […]

Every great relationship requires effort, patience, and the right tools to flourish. While love is the foundation, it’s the small, intentional actions that keep a relationship strong, connected, and fulfilling over time. Whether you’re looking to deepen your bond, strengthen communication, or simply keep the spark alive, the key is to be proactive. A thriving […]

Pointing fingers is easy. Taking responsibility, on the other hand, is really, really hard.  At some point or another, you might have found yourself stuck in the middle of the blame game (maybe you’re in the middle of this right now). Perhaps neither you or your partner wants to take responsibility. Or maybe you’re fed […]

Picture this scene: You’ve just had one too many upsetting developments in your life, and the latest one is the straw that breaks the camel’s back. Maybe it’s getting chewed out at work when you already feel terrible, perhaps you’ve had a disappointment, or perhaps you’ve some sort of tragedy or problem to work through […]