Critical Inner Voice and Intimacy
In your romantic relationship, do you ever wonder where those critical thoughts toward yourself or your partner come from? How much do these thoughts represent your real point of view and how much do they reflect negative attitudes from your past? We all carry with us destructive habits, attitudes, and behaviors that distance us from the ones we love. By identifying and differentiating from this hurtful inner critic, you can expand your tolerance for love and sustain a meaningful relationship. You can challenge core defenses and become who you want to be.
Staying in Love While Staying Yourself
A lot of couples talk to me about their struggles to stay close to each... >>
3 Ways to Tell You’re Afraid of Intimacy
While most of us say we want love, pretty much all of us have some... >>
Is My Self-Hatred Getting in the Way of Love?
How your negative self-image puts you at odds with your lover. When we first fall... >>
3 Questions that Can Change the Way You Feel About Sex
Your sexuality is an important part of who you are. This is true regardless of... >>
Five Things You Can Do Today to Feel Closer to Your Partner
Relationships are full of ups and downs, but they can also have long lulls in... >>
Is My Self-Hatred Getting in the Way of Love?
The short answer is: yes! Hating yourself puts you directly at odds with someone who... >>
Why the Spark Fades in a Relationship
Countless couples complain of losing the “spark” in their relationship. Some chalk it up to... >>
Is Sexual Stereotyping Affecting Your Relationship?
Sexual stereotypes are everywhere. We see them in commercials, where happy moms dance around their... >>
5 Strategies for Dealing With Your Partner’s Fear of Intimacy
As a therapist, I often hear couples complain that whenever one partner tries to get... >>
Why Are We Hooked on Rejection?
You don’t need to be a psychologist to note the very harsh effects of a... >>
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