In relationships, we feel emotionally reactive or triggered by something our partner does or says. Emotional triggers can develop from our insecurities or when someone hurt us in the past. It can be a problem when we react emotionally instead of staying calm and communicating exactly why we are feeling triggered. Here are the Top …
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Here are the top 10 reasons why couples argue about money in a relationship. One of the most common complaints from couples argue about money. Constant arguing is also one of the leading causes of relationships breaking down. Money is integral to our lives; we can’t survive without it. It is our emotional response to …
“Working briefly on your marriage every day will do more for your health and longevity than working out at a health club”― John Gottman John Gottman is an American psychologist who has focused a considerable amount of his work on divorce prediction and marital stability. The purpose of his work was to turn his findings into practical …
Relationships are not fairy tales. There will be agreements and disagreements, happiness and sometimes unhappiness. However, that doesn’t mean you and your partner aren’t a good fit. This blog will explore why you how to communicate and set healthy relationship. A relationship is a lot like a plant. To grow they need to be nurtured …
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Christmas is right around the corner, meaning families across the world will be coming together to celebrate the holiday. This sounds fun, right? People come together to enjoy good food, reconnect, enjoying the feeling of being together. Well, for a lot of people, this is not the case. This blog delves into how you can handle stressful family dynamics …
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How can we maintain healthy relationships full of communication and understanding? It’s important we can perceive, control, and evaluate the emotions we feel. It’s also important when it comes to interpreting and responding to other persons. This concept is known as emotional intelligence. As humans, we need this when making genuine connections and conversing with …
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Living with others is an exciting chapter of your journey through life. However, all too often, households are met with an imbalance of equality because of certain individuals not contributing to the upkeep of the home. If you create equality in your home, firstly it will allow you to divide responsibilities onto each member, keeping …
So many of you are writing in about your relationships and how you know if your relationships are working or not. So I am going to share 5 things that are signs that your relationship isn’t working. Recognising this is critical, even if it is hard to accept. 1. YOU DON’T FEEL LIKE YOURSELF In …
Friendships can be incredibly difficult to navigate at times. They are particularly hard if you have found yourself in the company of a toxic friend, or friendship circle. How do you know if your friendships are good for you? This blog post will explore how to have a healthy friendship. Do you have boundaries with your …
Relationships can be hard work sometimes. Especially when there are external stressors resulting in further pressure on the individuals in the partnership. When issues arise within your relationship, do you communicate with your other half? Or do you retreat into yourself? How long do issues go before they end up boiling to the surface, resulting …
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