Abusive Relationships

This post is a very difficult one for me to write because it’s contrary to the standard message around abuse. So…before you read this post, if you are in, or have ever been in, an abusive relationship (either verbally or physically), please use your boundaries while...

Communication: Be a Soft Landing

I often hear women complain about their partner’s lack of emotional connection, reluctance to share, or frequent withdrawal at home. They are often so angry about this that they can barely contain themselves. When I ask how they handle this, they often spit out a list...

TEAMWORK IN RELATIONSHIPS

One of the most rewarding aspects of relationships can be the realization that your partner “has your back,” that you both have each other’s back. With this realization comes a sense of teamwork and partnership that fuels you. This past weekend two things happened...