The Power of Accepting Influence
The Power of Accepting Influence Relationship therapists and experts John and Julie Gottman utilize a concept of healthy relationships that is based on their research. One of the areas that can eithe ...
Taking Steps to Connect Is All About Accepting Fear
Taking Steps to Connect Is All About Accepting Fear I recently came across a request from a journalist who was asking for ways that people can be "fearless" when trying to connect or make changes in ...
The Real Danger of “50 Shades of Grey” Has Nothing to Do with Kink
The Real Danger of "50 Shades of Grey" Has Nothing to Do with Kink Some have credited 50 Shades of Grey for bringing kink awareness into the mainstream. Despite this, there are people and professiona ...
Valentine’s Day: Meaningful or Meaningless?
Valentine's Day: Meaningful or Meaningless? Valentine's Day is associated with relationships, love, and passion. But what does it really mean? Some people put a great deal of emphasis on this day. Me ...
Gaslighting Makes the Real Unreal
Gaslighting Makes the Real Unreal Gaslighting is a term that is used for someone who is being lied to, but also convinced that their reality isn't actually real. This term is commonly associated with ...
Managing “Flooding” in Your Relationship
Managing "Flooding" in Your Relationship Flooding is a term that is used to describe intense emotional reactions. Sometimes, these reactions can be displayed outwardly. They can include lashing out, ...
When to Call it Quits in a Relationship
When to Call it Quits in a Relationship Deciding when to end a relationship is very difficult and complicated. Here, I try to offer a little clarity to a very difficult issue. If you're thinking abou ...
Relationship Hopelessness vs. Compromise
Relationship Hopelessness vs. Compromise It's hard to know when a couple should call a relationship quits. Making that decision to walk away can feel so vulnerable. If you've been in a long-term, you ...
The Critical Body-Mind Connection
The Critical Body-Mind Connection Many people struggle to name the emotion that they're experiencing. Whether it's sadness, anxiety, anger, or frustration, it can be difficult for them to put a finge ...
Taking Responsibility to Repair Your Relationship
Taking Responsibility to Repair Your Relationship All arguments and disagreements have two sides. As you'll see in many of our articles, validation and listening are important parts in connection. Ho ...