It’s okay to own it: having kids changes everything in a relationship. There is no shame in admitting this truth. In fact, ignoring it could lead to the gradual demise of your relationship. It makes sense if you think about it. As your family expands, your time...
Couples are going to disagree and even argue — that’s simply the nature of having relationships with people. Unfortunately, many couples seem to get stuck in a negative pattern where they wait for their partner to go first. But love means learning to go...
Feelings – they’re (obviously) very important in relationships. They’re what keeps the dialogue open and honest. The trick is being able to distinguish between your feelings… and your opinions. It seems like an easy difference, right? Opinions are what you...
Relationships are not all rainbows and happiness. The truth is that while great relationships can be one of the best things in your life, they take constant work and upkeep. It’s easy to get bogged down going through the motions of life, work, and family, letting your...
As we go through life, our priorities tend to change throughout the years. If you have kids, they are often a priority as they grow. If you are ambitious, perhaps your career is your number one priority. What about your relationship, though? Are you prioritizing your...
Your brain is made to do one thing: keep you alive. That’s why, when something traumatic happens, your brain never forgets it. Now, trauma can mean a lot of different things, but it is essentially a negative experience your brain has filed away to whip out of storage...