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Dating “Worlds”
Most people who have attended high school can recall a friend or classmate who, once they started to date someone, would be MIA for months at a time only to return when things didn’t ... Read More
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Unwrapping Presents of the Past
“Unwrapping presents of the past” How dealing with your unresolved issues can help you with your dating life and the comparison Invited by social media When my grandmother ... Read More
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Navigating Relationships with Emotionally Immature Parents
“Their main sources of anxiety are feeling guilty when they displease others and the fear of being exposed as imposters. Their biggest relationship downfall is being overly self-sacrificing ... Read More
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How to Prepare for Couples Therapy
From navigating parenthood to coping with work stress, there are a seemingly endless number of challenges couples will have to grapple with over the course of their relationship, and sometimes ... Read More
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How Emotion-Focused Therapy is Used in Couple Counseling
There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to couples counseling, as each relationship comprises different challenges and experiences. But some therapeutic strategies have proven ... Read More
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How to Stop Fighting and Start Communicating with your Partner
“Stop fighting with each other and start fighting for one another”– Staci Lee Schnell In a fight, there is a winner and a loser and most of us want to win. So, if you are ... Read More
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Closure After a Breakup
Breakups and Closure Breakups are hard. It’s rare to come out of a relationship where either party feels great at the time of the breakup, let alone both parties. Even when you are ... Read More
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Thriving After Narcissistic Abuse: Rebuilding a Life of Empowerment and Happiness
Narcissistic abuse is particularly insidious as it almost always damages every aspect of a person’s sense of self including their mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. ... Read More
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4 Steps to Build a Healthy Relationship
Healthy relationships are critical to our overall well-being. Research shows that healthy relationships can ease anxiety, reduce the risk of depression, and other mental conditions. And ... Read More
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Rules for Fair Fighting
Arguing is an inevitable part of all relationships. However, additional damage can be created by the process of the argument, beyond what is created from what the fight is actually about; ... Read More
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Challenges Posed By App Dating For Gay Men in Today’s World
It’s no news that dating apps and the rise of social media have revolutionized and expanded upon the concept of “online dating” that took off in the 1990s. While this directly affects ... Read More
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Gaslighting Emotional Abuse
Gaslighting emotional abuse in which an abuser manipulates the victim into believing their thoughts, feelings, and perceptions are invalid. This manipulation leads to a deep mistrust, lowered ... Read More