Main features of healthy relationships Many factors go into creating and maintaining healthy relationships. Some of the most essential components are friendship, trust, and respect. When these are in place, a relationship has a strong foundation to weather challenges and grow over time. Without them, even the most passionate connection can falter. Friendship: The foundation ...
Being able to apologize is often misunderstood. Many see it as a weakness—a sign of giving in or admitting defeat. But in reality, nothing could be farther from the truth. Apologizing is one of the clearest signs of emotional strength and maturity. It takes courage to own our mistakes, especially when tensions are high or ...
Are you really connecting with your loved ones? Many of us like to believe we are present and engaged in our relationships, but sometimes we need to pause and ask ourselves: are we fooling ourselves? Here is an example that stood out in my mind. We went out to a beautiful steakhouse for dinner. As we ...
When you mention the word anorexia, the average person thinks it impacts white teenage girls. However it impacts people of all ages, races and genders. You don't hear much about the struggle of anorexia in adulthood. Adults who live with this disorder may be afraid or ashamed to admit it or seek out treatment. Yet ...
We all want to get our needs met in our relationships. When engaging in couples counseling, one common thing I notice is how often individuals are quick to point out their partner’s flaws. The belief often goes, “If only he or she would do this, or stop doing that, then everything would be fine.” This ...
Alcoholism, referred to as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a chronic condition that impacts millions of people worldwide. While its toll on the individual is well-known, the profound affect it has on families is not often discussed. Families are the foundation of society, and when one member struggles with alcoholism, the effects can ripple through ...
For many parents, the day their children leave home starts the beginning of a huge transition. Empty Nest Syndrome can set in. With this often come feelings of sadness, loneliness, or loss as the children move out. If this is happening to you, don't worry. It happens to many people. This phase can be particularly ...
We all have urges, and we are able to control them for the most part. However, impulsive behavior becomes problematic when it is harmful to us or others. They can range from lack of patience, procrastination, ADHD, substance abuse, overeating, to over spending. Learning how to be aware of and managing these urges are important ...
We all get a little anxious if we are going to a social event where we don’t know many people. This is normal. However, those with social anxiety disorder may avoid these events as they have an intense fear that people are judging them in a negative fashion. The individual may fear they said the ...
Some people find it difficult to overcome guilt after setting boundaries. Yet they are crucial for our mental health and happiness as they teach others how to treat us. If someone knows they can coax you into doing something or get you to change your mind, they will. On the flip side if you stick ...
