Healing from Attachment Issues

The attachment patterns we experienced as children impact us in powerful ways throughout our lives.... >>

The Secret to Staying Close to Your Partner

In the intimate quarters of a romantic relationship, the reactivity between couples can be electric,... >>

How Emotions Guide Our Lives

Emotions guide our lives in a million ways. Whether we’re inclined to hide and avoid... >>

Changing Your Sense of Identity

Recently, I wrote about “Living with an Accidental Identity.” I described how painful early experiences,... >>

Are You Living with an Accidental Identity?

We often consider our identity as fixed and say things like “that’s just the way... >>

Is Narcissism Shaped by Attachment Style?

Most of us have someone in our lives who comes to mind when we are... >>

Are You Creating Your Own Nightmare in Your Relationship?

A few years ago, I was talking to my friend and colleague Dr. Daniel Siegel,... >>

What Is Your Role in Your Relationship?

Conflict between a couple can often feel convoluted and layered in ways that are hard... >>

The Role of Anger in Depression

Sigmund Freud used to refer to depression as anger turned inward. While many people may... >>

What Drives Our Loneliness?

When we perceive ourselves as lonely, it can actually imperil our health. Research has shown that both perceived and... >>