Relationships
The Strange Trend of Constantly Questioning Your Relationship
Are you constantly questioning your relationship more than you think you should be? You’re not alone. Social media is making it hard to feel satisfied. Being bombarded with pictures of perfect relationships makes it hard to know what the “real deal” is even supposed to look like these days. However, constantly questioning your relationship could…
Read MoreIs Loneliness Really Your Problem?
Do you want to know the secret to never feeling lonely again? It’s radical self-acceptance. I’m not talking about throwing all of your plans for self-improvement in the trash. You know which areas of your life, personality, and personal development could use a little tweaking. What I am talking about is the concept of being…
Read MoreAre You Suffering From Relationship Burnout?
Starting the new year is a natural time to reflect on your romantic life. There’s no doubt that your relationship will be part of the audit if you’re taking time to reflect on the highs and lows of the past 12 months. If you’re finding yourself reluctant to replay highlights from your relationship this year,…
Read MoreLove at First Sight? Is It Nothing More Than a Fairy Tale?
Many people believe in the idea of the “fairy tale” romance and “love at first sight.” It would be so thrilling to come across “the one” while waiting in line for our morning coffee or during our morning commute. It would certainly take the work out of dating, being rejected, and dealing with the uncertainties…
Read MoreTips From a Psychologist: How To Cope With Rejection
Everyone experiences a breakup at some point in their lives. It happens within a new relationship, or you’ve been together for a while. Rejection hurts, and no one enjoys breaking up. It’s essential to allow yourself time to grieve. However, it’s equally important to lean on your support system and develop healthy coping strategies to…
Read MoreThere’s a Dating App for Your Attachment Style
Do you know your dating attachment style? Finding a perfect match can be impossible if you don’t. Attachment style refers to the “way” you bond with a romantic partner. It’s believed that our attachment preferences are formed in childhood based on interactions with our caregivers. I’m going to show you how to use the right…
Read MoreA Psychologist Spills the Truth on Dating Outside Your Type
Should you date outside your type? First, declaring that you have a “type” in the first place can pigeonhole you into overlooking potential partners based on superficial traits. While it’s common for us to gravitate toward people with specific qualities, being attracted to one “archetype” doesn’t necessarily mean we’re pursuing relationships with compatible partners. Science…
Read MoreThe 3 Things I’d Never Say to My Partner Based on My Experience as a Couples Therapist
There are three off-limits phrases that I’ve vowed to never use in my own romantic life based on my experience as a couples therapist. I promise you that these three phrases I’m about to share are never helpful. What’s more, they can lead to a full relationship breakdown if using them becomes a habit. Take…
Read MoreStill Think It’s Not Really Cheating? A New Study Says This Action Weakens Relationships
Does it have to be cheating to be cheating? It’s a question that many people ask in the therapy chair after “innocent” online chats create real-world trouble in paradise. Don’t assume that hitting the reply button is safe the next time someone slides into your DMs just because your relationship is strong. Technology has blurred…
Read MoreThis Is the Love Lesson Every Therapist Wishes You Knew
Therapists aren’t exactly supposed to spill the tea. However, there is one lesson that is so essential for couples that I feel it must be shared with everyone both inside and outside of my office! I’m talking about a not-so-little thing called differentiation. Have you ever noticed the way we love to give celebrity couples…
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