Relationship rituals, and why they may be more important than you think.
Tag: Communication
Which Stage of Dating Are You In?
Knowing where a relationship’s at and where it’s going is important. But how do we determine where we’re at and if our partner’s in the same stage?
What You’re Still Missing About Empathy
Empathy is sort of a buzzword in today’s society, but one key ingredient is still often missing from the discussion. Vulnerability. Let’s talk about it.
Why Your Partner Responds With, “I Don’t Know…”
Are you tired of your partner not knowing how to respond to you when you need support? Let us help you unpack why they respond the way they do!
What You Don’t Understand About Your “Emotionally Unavailable” Partner
Does your partner seem disengaged and detached? How about needy and smothering? Let therapist and researcher Sue Johnson clear some of this up for you!
Why Manners Still Matter
Do you still say “please” and “thank you” to your partner? Here’s one sex therapist’s opinion on why you should…
Talking to Others About Your Relationship [3 Other Ideas]
When you have a concern about your relationship, who do you go to first? Do you talk to your friends about your concerns, or do you turn to your partner?
How Being “Mad” is Hurting Your Relationship
It’s easier to be angry at a spouse, than to let them know you are hurting and really need them. But how do you get past the anger?
Why “Communication” Won’t Save Your Marriage–Part 2, What Will.
So after reading part 1, you’ve recognized this annoying little cycle in your marriage (one of you pursues and one withdraws, you both withdraw, you both pursue, etc.). But while your spouse is going on and on about that thing you do that bugs them so much and you know you’re about to get into…
Why “Communication” Won’t Save Your Marriage
How many times have we heard “It’s all about communication. You can’t expect your partner to read your mind!”? Here’s what that advice is lacking…