Your partner should be included in this wonderful time. It should not be stressful to spend the holiday season with your loved ones, especially if it is your first holiday season together. Your relationship could be strained or strengthened by the holiday season. Give yourself grace as you decide on the perfect gift for your partner…
In recent years, polyamory (having more than one sexual or emotional relationship) has been popularized on TV, on major dating sites such as OkCupid, and even in research—experts who have studied consensual relationships that are nonmonogamous and have learned a lot from them. According to Terri Conley (an associate professor of psychology at Michigan), consensual no-monogamy could include polyamory,…
It’s a fact that Friendship has a newfound popularity in today’s culture. It’s not clear if the 1989 remake or the ongoing epidemic of loneliness is to blame, but I’ve never felt more grateful for my incredible friends. You might also be feeling sentimental in 2023 about your gal pals. If so, you may be wondering what you can do to make…
Being single is quite a pressure, especially if you’re getting older and being teased by your family members for still not having a boyfriend/girlfriend. Casual meetups are a great option to consider. Online dating has even led to finding love for some. You may still be unsure about online dating. Here are some reasons why it is…
Every parent is looking forward to the wedding of their child. The wedding begins a journey for their child and their spouse. As a child begins this new chapter of their life, it is natural that a parent will be proud and emotional. It is a great way to show your support and love for…
Styling Tips for What To Wear On A First Date to Guarantee a Second What creates a positive first impression on a date? So, you’ve been doing a string of first dates but find getting to a second, harder than mastering a Rubix cube? You could speak to a dating professional, to help tweak your…
What to expect in couple therapy? This is a question that you might ask yourself if this is your first time. Counseling can be overwhelming because it can bring up feelings you’ve been trying to suppress for a long time. It can be even more overwhelming when you and your partner are both experiencing uncomfortable emotions. People who have…
Around 1 in 4 people will experience a mental disorder at some stage in their lives. Mental illness is not something that defines you, but it can have a significant impact on your life. It often affects how you relate to others. It is difficult to ignore the fact that these disorders can cause problems…
There are things you can do to help you resist cheating impulses; here’s where to start… Have you tried to resist the cheating and found it harder than you thought it would be? Are you getting tired of the relentless pull of the temptation and the battle to resist? Have you already spent many hours…
It is important to note that while I use specific gender designations, my intention is not to exclude or generalize behavior unfairly because of someone’s preferred identification. This article is a collection of themes that I’ve heard from heterosexual couples who are cisgender in my work as a couples counselor. This content can and should…
