You’ve probably heard about the “seven-year itch” or been warned that the first year of marriage is the hardest. But if you’re in year three—or year fifteen—and things feel harder than they should, you might be wondering: Is this normal? Or is something wrong with us?...
If you’ve found yourself Googling this question, you’re probably not just curious—you’re worried. Something feels different. Maybe it’s the way you talk to each other lately, or how small frustrations now land like personal attacks. Maybe you notice that respect—once...
Nobody gets married expecting to divorce, yet for many couples, divorce is an inevitable reality. Divorce is already hard enough as it is without adding drama. The last thing anyone wants is for it to escalate into a free-for-all rife with name calling and pettiness. ...
You’re not screaming at each other. There’s no slamming doors or ultimatums. But somewhere between morning coffee and falling asleep on opposite sides of the bed, you’ve started wondering: Is this just what marriage becomes? Perhaps you’ve noticed the same argument...
Contrary to what you may have been led to believe, most health insurance companies do not cover couples counseling. Why? Because it’s not considered “medically necessary,” which is the criteria they use to gauge whether or not they will pay for a medical or...
What is a narcissist? The word “narcissist” gets casually thrown around a lot. Maybe a co-worker uses the word to describe a particularly demanding boss. The media often use the word to talk about a self-centered actor or politician. To make matters even more...