I sat across from Amanda and Andrew in my intensive therapy office as they described their repeated argument about dirty dishes. ‘We’re fighting all the time,’ Amanda sighed. ‘That must mean something’s wrong, right?’ Actually,…
The transition to parenthood is one of the most significant changes a marriage can experience. While the arrival of a new baby brings joy and excitement, it also introduces unprecedented challenges to your relationship. Understanding…
Picture this: Your partner has just lost their job. They’re sitting on the couch, clearly devastated, and you immediately jump in with, “Everything happens for a reason!” or “Look on the bright side – now…
In an era where digital connections often overshadow physical ones, the simple act of holding hands might be more powerful than we realize. Recent groundbreaking research from Binghamton University reveals that these small gestures of…
Introduction As we navigate the ups and downs of life, have you ever wondered if our emotional experiences change as we age? Recent psychology research reveals a fascinating shift in emotional well-being that occurs with…
Friendship is essential in intimacy. Because friendship, if you think about it, is the building block of our lives. Establishing a sense of intimacy allows us to get to know people and become good friends…
Phubbing (pronounced fubbing) is a relatively new word and is a combination of phone and snubbing. Phubbing describes the habit of snubbing someone in favor of a mobile phone. It is hard to imagine a world…
Can passionate love survive decades of marriage, or are we all destined for comfortable companionship? For years, relationship experts preached that romantic love inevitably fades into a warm friendship. However, groundbreaking research by Dr. Bianca…
When couples argue, taking a timeout can be really helpful. It’s not about walking away from the problem – it’s about stepping back briefly so both people can calm down and think clearly. This short…
Financial infidelity can be just as devastating to a relationship as emotional or physical cheating. You’re not alone if you’ve discovered your partner hiding purchases, maintaining secret accounts, or making major financial decisions without your…
Heartbreak doesn’t just feel emotional – it can literally affect your physical health. Whether you’re going through a divorce, breakup, or loss of a loved one, the pain can seem unbearable. But what if your…
“Why does my husband hate me?” Lilly asked. She asked like I was withholding the answer. It was way back when I saw individuals. So I took the bait. “How do you know he does?”…
Introduction: The Cascade Concept Marriages often break down in predictable ways. When we understand these patterns, it becomes easier for both therapists and couples to spot the warning signs early—and step in before things fall…
It starts innocently enough – a “like” on an attractive colleague’s new profile pic, an emoji-laden reply to an old flame’s comment, a private message to a sexy acquaintance. But with each interaction, the dopamine…
The allure of a new relationship can be intoxicating, especially when your current marriage feels unfulfilling. But before you make the leap from spouse to affair partner, consider this sobering statistic: over 75% of marriages…
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