Romantic relationships are molded by the broader views of society. And the last few generations have each had unique coming of age experiences. The slew of norms, roles, and expectations (many of which are now viewed as outdated, restrictive – even silly) are...
Couples counselors are observant. They’re watching the two of you… in session anyway. They are interpreting what’s is (and isn’t) said. Cueing into things like interruption, body language, tender touches on the shoulder – or lack thereof. And after seeing couples...
When the two of you met, you felt it. It was powerful, magnetic. Your eyes locked, and everyone else at the party disappeared into the periphery. You chatted for hours that night, and he wouldn’t let you leave without getting your number first. In the early stages of...
Chances are, you remember what passion feels like. It’s thrilling; all consuming! Your fantasies know no bounds, and when the two of you get together, clothes off – it’s on! Fast forward…now it’s mechanical. You find it predictable. Scheduled and wooden. You...
You’ve probably heard that marriage requires work, but what does that mean? What is the work? Perhaps a better, more helpful way to convey that message would involve specifics: Marriage requires presence. Marriage requires regular communication. Marriage requires both...
You’ve been married 5 years now, and things are worse than ever. Not with the marriage specifically, per se. It’s the depression. Your partner has been dealt a huge dose of it, and is suffering. No matter what you do, it doesn’t seem to help. It’s human nature to want...
