Anger as a Secondary Emotion in Relationships
Anger is often used as a cover-up for other emotions. So when your partner yells at you when you’re late for your date, their irritation may be a response to actually feeling hurt.
Situationship vs Dating: What’s the Difference?
You’re spending time with someone in a romantic way. There is a physical component. Once in a while, it might feel emotional too.
How to Spice Up Your Marriage
Feel like you’re in a lull when it comes to your marriage? This is natural. What’s unnatural is sitting around waiting for the lul to pass.
What is an Emotional Bank Account?
When you turn towards your partner, you are making a deposit in your “emotional bank account”. Stephen R. Covey, author of “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People,” introduced the concept of the emotional bank account.
What is Erotic Intelligence?
Erotic is a word commonly associated with sex, but that is not the true and whole definition....
What is Micro-Cheating?
Micro cheating is when someone engages in subtle actions that demonstrate an interest...
Effects of Parental Fighting on Children
A healthy and nurturing family environment is necessary for the development of mental health...
What Are Gottman’s Four Horsemen
The Four Horsemen” is used to illustrate communication styles that destroy otherwise healthy....
What is Fear of Intimacy?
Fear of intimacy or closeness in relationships is fairly common. But that doesn’t mean it’s not wildly frustrating.
How to Help a Depressed Partner
Depression negatively impacts one’s life. Romantic relationships can take a big hit.
How To Break Up With a Therapist
Being in the therapy is a brave thing to do. Acknowledging that you need support and doing...
How To Convince Your Partner To Go to Therapy
You’re eager to start couples therapy and improve your relationship, but your partner is resistant....