Gratitude has been trending across the globe lately, and for good reason. But the actual practice of gratitude is way more intentional than slapping #blessed on your social media post. Gratitude is a mindfulness technique that brings your awareness to the good things...
It’s here! The holiday season is upon us, and if you happen to find yourself in a relationship this holiday season then this blog is for you! For most of us, the hope for the holidays is to enjoy plenty of festivities, feasting, and quality time with our loved ones,...
So often when working with couples in therapy, I hear one partner describe themself as “more emotional,” while the other describes themself as “more logical.” Left-brained, right-brained, rational, empathic…there are many descriptors for how we might view ourselves...
‘Tis the season for dinner parties – do you have good dinner party etiquette? How do you prep for a dinner party that may be emotionally charged? Do you know what to say to keep the conversation neutral, inclusive, and enjoyable for all?? After the year we’ve just...
How do you manage your feelings? Are emotions helpful or unnecessary? Are there some emotions that are okay to express while other emotions are not? How did the family you were raised handle emotions (i.e., anger, sadness, joy, disgust, and worry)? These are typical...
Do you ever ask yourself questions like "How can I take time for myself without neglecting my partner?" or "Can I really have a successful relationship if I feel like I'm always putting myself last?" If you are, you are not alone. Whether you are newlyweds in the...
The word “boundaries” in a romantic partnership can trigger negative connotations, conjuring up images of angry and controlling partners. However, there is a different way to look at this idea. Boundaries are the rules and agreements that make it possible to remain in...
“ We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily difference we can make, which over time, often add up to big differences we often cannot foresee.” - Marian Wright Edelman It would be accurate and certainly...