Relationship Advice That Actually Helps You Communicate Better
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Practical, therapist-approved relationship advice to help you communicate with less defensiveness and more connection. These articles are for couples and individuals who want to feel safer, closer, and more understood—without blaming, exploding, or shutting down. Use these to learn how to show up as the partner you want to be in your relationships.
I asked my husband this recently, and the moment stuck with me.
Not because he was doing anything wrong.
But because it highlighted a communication dynamic I see all the time.
I had just shared somet...
Stress has a way of shrinking your world.
When you’re stressed, your nervous system goes into tunnel vision. Suddenly, everything feels urgent, heavy, and personal. You’re overwhelmed, and it starts ...
Here’s a moment from my own relationship that surprised me in the best way.
Last night, my husband and I went to see Hamilton. It was just as incredible as we hoped. Emotional. Beautiful. One of thos...
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Y'all, I'm a therapist. Listening is my job. And today, my husband told me that he often feels like I'm not really listening to him. Gut punch. If I'm being honest though, I knew he was right. I knew ...
This week, someone close to me called me out for having a double standard. Without going into too much detail, about a year ago, I felt frustrated by an interaction with some friends and knew I had to...
Sometimes, I get depressed. Actually, it happens on a monthly basis. Usually, about a week before my period, I catch myself thinking dreadful, existential thoughts like:
- What's the point of all thi ...
 Achieving orgasm can be a challenge for many people, and if you're struggling, you're not alone. These insights offer practical strategies to enhance intimacy and build a stronger connection in your ...
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