When you fall in love with someone, everything seems perfect. It feels as if it was meant to be. And many people have an expectation that life will simply continue to be butterflies and rainbows without a dark cloud in sight. The truth, however, is that a healthy...
There’s a good chance you’ve seen relationship goals in social media – possibly complete with a hashtag. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could achieve this with your partner? Maybe you even feel like your relationship isn’t “enough” when reading idealized...
2020 and (so far) 2021 have tested our ability to make fulfilling conversation. The little every-day stories that used to bolster us have ground to a halt. Because the days all look the same… for both of you. You may find yourself dreading silent meal times as you and...
Have you heard of hygge? Unless someone in your household is a bit Frozen-obsessed, for most Oregonians the likely answer is “no.” But it is a way of life that has been ubiquitous in Denmark since at least the 1950s. What is it? Essentially, it’s a concept that...
Presence May Be More Valuable Than Presents This Holiday Season The holiday season is here! Have you finalized your plans yet? Made gift lists? Started to budget? Before you go hog wild on spending — or spiral as you panic over how in the world you’ll afford...
Planning for the Holidays During the Pandemic Are you starting to discuss how to navigate the holidays during the pandemic? Is it bringing up disagreements, disappointments, stress, and strain? Holidays can be contentious even in normal times. And this is far from...
When you fall in love with someone, everything seems perfect. It feels as if it was meant to be. And many people have an expectation that life will simply continue to be butterflies and rainbows without a dark cloud in sight. The truth, however, is that a healthy...
There’s a good chance you’ve seen relationship goals in social media – possibly complete with a hashtag. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could achieve this with your partner? Maybe you even feel like your relationship isn’t “enough” when reading idealized...
2020 and (so far) 2021 have tested our ability to make fulfilling conversation. The little every-day stories that used to bolster us have ground to a halt. Because the days all look the same… for both of you. You may find yourself dreading silent meal times as you and...
Have you heard of hygge? Unless someone in your household is a bit Frozen-obsessed, for most Oregonians the likely answer is “no.” But it is a way of life that has been ubiquitous in Denmark since at least the 1950s. What is it? Essentially, it’s a concept that...
Presence May Be More Valuable Than Presents This Holiday Season The holiday season is here! Have you finalized your plans yet? Made gift lists? Started to budget? Before you go hog wild on spending — or spiral as you panic over how in the world you’ll afford...