“Stop being so sensitive.” “Don’t you think you’re overreacting?” From the 1944 movie, Gaslight, to being one of 2018’s most popular words of the year, this manipulative tactic has proven to be effective for anyone trying to gain control over someone else. Gaslighting gained popularity among professionals in the 1980s when gaslighting was written about … Read more
Marriage takes a lot of effort, time, and compromise to work and last. For married couples, going to counseling or therapy together can help unearth issues in the relationships and find ways to deal with them. Although marriage counseling is now offered online, there are still many couples around the country who don’t have easy … Read more
Marriage is one of the most beautiful and most challenging journeys in life. It’s full of peaks and valleys. Sometimes, we get stuck in the valleys, and the peaks can look far away. This often happens when there isn’t enough mutual support or understanding for each other. But once you’re aware of what needs fixing, … Read more
Nobody ever said that being in a romantic relationship is easy… at least, not all of the time. In fact, I’d venture to say it takes work most of the time in order for it to grow and, ultimately, go the distance. Despite it being the strongest bond two people can engage in with one … Read more
Wondering if you’re in a toxic relationship? If so, reading this article might help. Today’s article introduces you to codependency, which is another indicator that you might be in a toxic relationship. We’ve provided a list of the best codependent quiz websites to help you determine if you’re in a codependent relationship right now. Is … Read more
Let’s be honest… Sometimes being stuck at home can be really, really boring. This is especially true if you’ve been in a relationship with someone for years. Often, it can feel like the two of you have tried every possible idea to have fun and pass the time. Spicing up your relationship with wide-ranging fun … Read more
You meet Mr. or Miss Right, and before you know it, you’re standing at the altar, ready to tie the knot. Question is, did you ask the right questions before you got to “I do?” When couples seek marriage counseling before they move to the final steps of getting married, the counselor may help them … Read more
Are you and your spouse at a point in your marriage where you’re considering going into counseling? With the health emergency situation that the whole world is currently experiencing, couples are facing new challenges as they shelter in place or deal with family life amidst uncertainties. Relationships, no matter how strong, can see conflict and … Read more
Whether you are in the early stages of dating… engaged… newlyweds… or been married for 25 years… you are likely thinking about the future. A future alongside someone you love. Someone who shares similar interests, dreams, beliefs, desires, hopes and fears. But a relationship is only as good the communication it is based on. External … Read more