Is avoiding conflict tough for you lately? There’s no denying that our world can be one of disagreements and conflict. That’s often the natural flow of traffic around us. It can be far easier to put up the emotional walls and engage in disagreement than to practice...
Have you considered how beneficial learning to forgive can be? There are many ways to improve your mental health. Some get a lot of attention, while others mostly go unnoticed. Learning the practice of forgiving others when they hurt you is one of those mental...
A common challenge for us all is discovering how to let go of resentment. The answer to “Has someone hurt you?” is “yes” for anyone who lives long enough to comprehend the complexities of pain and betrayal. And when these injuries happen, they can lead to bitterness,...
Is figuring out how to deal with relationship anxiety a struggle for you? Most couples wrestle to some extent with anxiety when it comes to their commitment. This can especially happen at the start of a bond when it can be harder to know where you stand in your...
Do you ever worry that past bad relationship baggage could adversely affect your current commitment? To some extent, any past relationship that no longer exists must have had some drawbacks. Otherwise, you never would’ve left it. We all get “burned” in some way during...
When someone takes part in an emotional affair, they find their primary emotional support from someone outside of their committed relationship. Most couples agree that physical intimacy with anyone outside of their bond is strictly off-limits. And it’s easy enough to...
Wondering how to have a healthy relationship? Deep down, that’s what we all want, but as the months and years slip by, it may seem like you’re drifting further and further from this important desire. That could lead you to believe some couples are destined for great...
Narcissism has gained popularity in our culture. This can be both helpful and harmful. It is helpful to have a more thorough understanding of what it is, how it has developed and what can be done to develop more healthy ways to manage it. It can be harmful if used to...
One question some couples in intimate relationships wonder are, “Am I in a narcissistic relationship?” You might be surprised that the answer is always “yes!” Everyone in a romantic bond is in a narcissistic relationship. In fact, every relationship you take part in...
Are you experiencing narcissistic abuse in a relationship? If so, your current intimate relationship is far from what you hoped it would be. And your situation is far worse than simply unfulfilling. Instead, your relationship regularly harms you. In her “Psychology...
Gaslighting in relationships happens all too frequently. And it’s one of the most insidious, damaging and secretive forms of manipulation a person can experience. When it exists in your marriage or significant other relationship, it can be especially devastating. In...
Are you wondering how to deal with gaslighting in your significant other relationship? Our previous article talked about what this manipulation form is and specific gaslighting signs to understand. Gaslighting manipulation is very effective and can target anyone. It...
