Why we feel empty, mistrustful, and drawn to unhealthy relationships I remember being at my friend’s house when I was about 12. We were working on a school project when her mom suggested making cookies together. As we all went into the kitchen, her mom asked me, “Have...
Overthinking—also known as rumination—is something we’ve all experienced. It often happens at night, just as you’re ready to sleep.. Your mind suddenly focuses on a thought, replaying a situation from earlier in the day. You analyze it from every angle, imagining...
Have you ever shared a TikTok video you found funny with your partner, only for them to dismiss it as silly or not funny at all? How did you feel in that moment? Or maybe you came home stressed after a long day at work and shared your struggles with your partner....
How to embrace family holidays and find joy during this season? Fall! My favorite season. I love the feeling in the air, pumpkin season, and the start of the family holidays. But let’s be honest… For many of us, the holidays are complex. While they can bring joy, they...
“Don’t go to bed angry” is the most common advice given to couples, yet it’s also the most ineffective when it comes to relationship conflict resolution. This advice often leads to staying up late into the night, trying to resolve a conflict...
Trauma comes in various forms and severities and affects people differently. No single event is worse or less traumatic than another. It’s all about how it impacts your ability to heal and move on. Relationship trauma is often overlooked and misunderstood. Defined as...
