Relationships

Abandonment issues can cast a shadow over one’s life, impacting relationships, self-esteem, and overall well-being. It can darken your mind and cause you to build impenetrable fortresses that keep you unwittingly isolated from others.  Discovering effective pathways to healing is possible, and this guide will help you take those crucial first steps and seek professional […]

Love, dating, and romantic relationships can be challenging for anyone. Add autism into the mix, and things might get a little bit more challenging.  For people with high-functioning autism and their partners, navigating romantic relationships presents unique challenges. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) certainly adds its own twist to the world of love. Whether an autistic […]

Did you know that in the United States, the divorce rate is approximately 2.5 per 1,000 people? Whether in marriage or not, relationships are hard work. So many challenges can arise when two people come together. It can be hard to communicate honestly and openly. There may be disagreements, arguments, and intense emotions. Sometimes, problems […]

In this article, we explore what trauma dumping is, examples of trauma dumping, and how to prevent yourself or others from trauma dumping.

Conflicts within marriages have continued to increase, raising the number of those in need of therapy. Research shows that more than 50,000 therapists attend to families and couples across the U.S. Marriage counseling has been shown to help solve communication problems, conflicts, and poor dynamics. However, before you sign up for a therapy session, you […]

Whether you’re newlyweds or seasoned partners, your relationship will face its share of challenges. Marital bonds may fade as the novelty wears off and life throws curveballs for you to navigate. Keeping your bond strong takes conscious effort, empathy, and understanding. How you handle these challenges determines the nature and quality of your relationship.  Failing […]

Falling in love is a beautiful experience, but navigating the complexities of a long-term committed relationship can be both rewarding and challenging. While every marriage experiences its highs and lows, sometimes those lows are insurmountable, resulting in divorce. However, even though the U.S. national divorce rate was 6.9% in 2021, it doesn’t mean divorce is […]

Have you ever been in a relationship that was going quite well, and then suddenly, you felt the need to end it? Maybe it felt like it was moving too fast, or you were becoming uncomfortable with spending so much of your time with another person and you started to feel suffocated. If this sounds […]

Breakups often leave us grappling with an overwhelming mix of emotions regardless of the romantic relationship’s duration or intensity. Defined as the termination of an intimate relationship by any means other than death, breakups can represent more than just the end of a love story. For many, a breakup signifies a crushing blow to aspirations, […]