Have you been struggling to find love and meaningful connection? Does it seem as if you are always striking out, and don’t know why? It may be that you sabotage your relationships. If you recognize how you do this, then it’s possible to make sure it doesn’t happen again. What Do You Mean by “Sabotage [...]
Liz Higgins, LMFTA // December 19, 2016 “True friends are never apart; maybe in distance, but never in heart.” This quote rings true for couples. We all want to know the secret to making love last, but what if it was as simple as just being your partner’s friend? Does that sound a little too [...]
Jon Beaty // November 22, 2016 After we got married, my wife Tami and I had our first holiday conflict over whose family to spend Thanksgiving with. Tensions flared as we defended our positions. Five hours of freeway separated our families. Tami is an only child. She couldn’t imagine her parents enjoying Thanksgiving without her. [...]
I have a recurring fantasy that involves a beach, a margarita, and, most importantly, a hunky husband. You know that one much needed vacation. Like many couples, my husband and I are longing for some alone time—some time to relax, take a break from life, and really connect. But my fantasy flight never gets off [...]
Sero Who? What the heck is serotonin, what are serotonin levels and why should you care? Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, a chemical messenger, found primarily in the central nervous system, blood, and gastrointestinal tract. It affects many brain and bodily functions, among them, mood. Serotonin stabilizes and regulates mood by curbing anxiety, helping you feel focused [...]
Have you been struggling to effectively communicate with your partner or family member? Communication in relationships is always a learning process. Yet, there are ways that you can improve your communication skills and better express yourself to those whom you care about. Communication in Relationships Tip #1: Don’t be Distracted If you are trying to [...]
Does it seem like you and your partner have fallen into a rut lately? Sometimes life can overtake us with all of the issues that require our attention: work, children, etc. There are ways though that couples can keep their marriage lively and have fun together. This can be done without having to go into [...]
Do you still feel loved by your partner? Are you both struggling to communicate and be understood by each other? If the answer is yes, then consider participating in relationship therapy. This process is meant to not only to improve your communication with your partner, but also to be more connected too. Relationship Therapy: What [...]
Have you been through a traumatic experience? Do you still carry that burden with you? Unresolved trauma can creep into our lives, impacting our relationships with employers, friends, and family. There are ways though, to cope with both the physical and emotional symptoms of unresolved trauma. Unresolved Trauma: Physical Symptoms There are many physical symptoms [...]
Do you consider yourself to be your own worst critic? Are negative thoughts paralyzing your ability to begin a task or complete a project? Having to deal with self-criticism can be a daily uphill battle. Even so, it is possible to push through your self-critic and to find success. Be Aware of Your Self-Criticism The [...]
