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Conflict is an inevitable part of human relationships. How we fight predicts how our relationships flourish – or decay – over time. In Drs. John and Julie Gottman’s 2024 book, Fight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into Connection the relationship experts weave decades of research and clinical practice into actionable steps we can takeContinue reading “Fight Right” – Tips from the Gottman Approach
If, like many of us, you were socialized to accommodate others, saying no can be an uncomfortable – even radical – act. But people-pleasing can lead to resentment and burnout and often interferes with us getting our own needs met. Like any other skill, learning how to say no is a practice we can developContinue reading Saying No With Confidence
Many of the ways in which humans communicate can cause harm. We can be critical, judgmental, defensive, blaming, and attacking. And while this might not be our intention, we tend to be overly focused on our desires at the expense of others’ wants and needs. The good news is, we’re able to shift this focus,Continue reading Non-Violent Communication
In relationships, conflict is inevitable. How we handle conflict, though, can have a profound impact on the trajectory of our relationships. Dr. John Gottman, an esteemed psychologist and relationship expert, has studied couples around the world for decades. His research focuses on the factors that help and harm the health of our romantic relationships. ThroughContinue reading Gottman’s Four Horsemen
The sixth season of Love Is Blind just wrapped, and so many people are talking about it. Aren’t Amy and Johnny cute? Can you believe Jeramy? Was Chelsea or Jimmy more to blame for their relationship demise? What really happened between Brittany and Kenneth? Isn’t Clay’s mom the best? And while we’re at it, Clay,Continue reading The Psychology of Watching Love Is Blind
Validation is one of our most important interpersonal skills. The ability to validate effectively can significantly improve our relationships. And being able to validate someone in a given moment can make or break an interaction. So what does it take to validate? In this two-part blog series, we’ll look at some common validation failures asContinue reading Validation Fails
Breakups are tough. In fact, all relationship endings can evoke feelings of grief and loss, disappointment, guilt, or anger. But a breakup doesn’t have to mean you’re broken. Here are some tips, inspired by DBT, for surviving a relationship ending. Recognize the power of time: They say, “Time heals all wounds,” and for a largeContinue reading Relationship Breakup Survival Guide
We exist in relationship to other humans: family members, friends, colleagues, members of our communities. Inevitably, as part of existing in shared spaces, we will cause harm, even if that wasn’t our intention. Interpersonal rupture is part of the human experience. Ideally, a repair follows a rupture. Repairs make amends and can actually serve toContinue reading How to Apologize: A Three-Step Approach
For some, the winter holidays aren’t all festivities and fun. They might be fraught with discomfort or distress. Experiences of grief, loneliness, anxiety, and an uptick in trauma symptoms are not uncommon. We’ve assembled some tips in this holiday coping guide to help get you through the season. Acknowledge your struggle. Acknowledge that this timeContinue reading Holiday Coping Guide
Boundaries. We’re hearing a lot about them lately. But what exactly are they? Boundaries are limits we set with other people in order to protect our relationships – and ourselves. They are guidelines we communicate to others regarding how we want want (and need) to be treated. In fact, a healthy relationship cannot exist withoutContinue reading Boundaries for Beginners: Setting Limits that Preserve Your Relationships and Your Well-Being