These are some of the most common sources of tension in relationships—but they don’t have to be. For couples, managing finances together is about more than numbers. It’s about communication, trust, shared meaning, and alignment...
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“Perspective influences belief and belief influences behavior.” This statement has been on my mind lately. It’s not a groundbreaking concept, but it’s a timely reminder, especially with the recent election season and the holidays just around the...
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It’s increasingly common for couples to find themselves with opposing political views. While political differences can be challenging to navigate, they don’t have to divide a relationship. In fact, differing perspectives can serve as...
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With Halloween approaching, scary costumes, movies and decorations are all around. Yet most of us aren’t afraid that there is a monster under our bed or a boogie man in the closet. As adults many of our fears become much more realistic and...
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I have a challenge for you…skip your New Year’s resolution, because if you accept my challenge, you will already be about 6 weeks into making a huge difference in your life and relationships. Now here is where I should insert something clever or...
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In early October of 2001, after the world was forever changed by the devastation of September 11th, the last living thing was found under the 3 billion pounds of wreckage of the Twin Towers. A worker noticed a small branch coming up from...
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Selfies galore and seeking affirmation via social media, it seems the whole world is suffering from narcissistic behavior. However, being self-motivated, self-focused or even putting yourself first doesn’t make you a narcissist. Narcissism is a...
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What do Timothy Leary and Couples Therapy Have in Common? Remember the old saying “Turn on, tune in and drop out” by the Harvard Psychology Professor and counterculture figure Timothy Leary? It may have been a prescription for hippies in the...
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This article gives a brief overview of some basics about Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) and what you can do to support yourself as well as nurture your relationship when you love someone with Complex PTSD. You may be wondering if...
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Today I’m going to tell you how song lyrics from a Frozen 2 song can change your communication and relationship. My daughter is about to turn 5 so I have seen Frozen 2 a few times now…don’t worry there will be no spoilers here. Towards the middle...
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The other day I was driving in a city I don’t know well. I had my map app on and I was headed to coffee. Much needed coffee! Then there was a mess of road work in front of me. Lanes closed, cars merging, confused drivers, on and on…I’m...
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