As we move through life, sometimes we lose track of how we’re truly feeling during the day-to-day until we come up for air and realize we’re drowning. Adding in the fact that Western society is very individualistic, it’s not always easy to recognize the value of asking for support or knowing when the right time to do so is. Despite the “do it yourself” mentality that we are fed, surrounding yourself with community and leaning…
Navigating how to deal, or not deal, with family during the holiday can be difficult. The holidays are frequently touted as an overly idealized time to be grateful for family while creating memories and spending lots of time together. There isn’t anything inherently wrong with those things. However for many people, this is not reality. As a result, those of us who find that our holidays look different than the “standard messaging” might find that…
When dealing with the pain and discomfort of learning about infidelity in your relationship, it can feel overwhelming to determine the next steps. The topic in itself is a polarizing one, and it is not always as simple as asking the people around you for advice. Today, we’ll discuss four steps that you can take to support your ability to navigate through a painful and nuanced relationship issue like infidelity. Seek support When…
Have you ever considered couples counseling or marriage counseling? This subject can be polarizing, but it shouldn’t have to be! It is a misconception that couples counseling must always have a negative connotation. In fact, It shouldn’t ever have one. Couples counseling is not only for troubled times in a couple’s relationship. However, even if a couple has troubled times, it can be a good sign if they are interested in counseling and making repairs…
Thinking about getting married? During this exciting, transitional time in relationships, it may not seem like the default reaction to bring up marriage counseling. However, studies show that couples who participate in premarital counseling have significantly higher rates of marital satisfaction and lower rates of divorce than those who opt out of premarital counseling. While choosing whether or not to complete premarital counseling is an individual choice that each couple must make on…