Toxic Relationships
When dynamics start to shift, and things start to go wrong in a relationship, so many couples find themselves asking: what happened? How did I once again wind up in the same, destructive relationship? Answering this question often means looking inward. By gaining a better understanding of ourselves, why we choose the partners we do and what dynamics from our past are influencing our present choices and behaviors, we can learn healthier ways of selecting and relating to a romantic partner.
Are You in an Unhealthy Relationship?
Every couple goes through rough patches. Yet, when these patches stretch out into long-term struggles,... >>
How to Fix a Relationship
“In desperate love, we always invent the characters of our partners, demanding they be what... >>
In a Relationship with a Narcissist? What You Need to Know About Narcissistic Relationships
Narcissistic relationships are formed when one or both partners struggle with a narcissistic personality. Narcissistic... >>
Why Domestic Violence Occurs and How to Stop It
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and with domestic violence on the rise, it is... >>
Deception: The Real Villain Behind Relationship Infidelity
When the topic of infidelity spills into our daily dose of media, we may say... >>
Rihanna and Chris Brown: The Abusive Cycle
Rihanna’s racy remix “Birthday Cake” has created a public frenzy ever since the song was... >>
Addicted to Doomed Relationships?
If we were asked, as an exercise, to craft a personal ad detailing what we... >>
Why Are We Hooked on Rejection?
You don’t need to be a psychologist to note the very harsh effects of a... >>
The Difference Between Emotional Hunger and Real Love
Emotional hunger is not love. It is a strong emotional need caused by deprivation in... >>
Are You the Cause of Your Jealousy?
Irish writer Elizabeth Bowen once wrote, “Jealousy is no more than feeling alone against smiling... >>