Communication in relationships takes conscious effort on our part, especially if we’ve had unhealthy relationships in the past. Being vulnerable with our partners can be extremely uncomfortable, yet a necessary part of having a long lasting relationship. Below are four communication mistakes you can avoid to foster a healthy and emotionally safe relationship. 1) Making …
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As children, we’re learning about ourselves, relationships, the world, and everything in between. Everything is new to us and we highly depend on our parents to teach us what we need to know. We have basic needs like shelter, clothing, food, water, and physical safety. We have needs to emotionally connect with our parents and …
When it comes to relationships, learning how to give constructive criticism can be tricky. We want our partners to understand us and know what we’re thinking and feeling. At the same time, we don’t want to hurt their feelings with an unhelpful tone or inappropriate word choice. As couples embracing a modern way of living …
Most people don’t know what happens behind closed doors in insurance companies, especially when it comes to mental health services. These kinds of services might include counseling, psychiatry, inpatient or residential treatment, and other lower levels of intensive treatment. When you’re seeking out new mental health services it might feel like your only option is …
There’s a plethora of information available on how to make positive changes in your life, which can feel really overwhelming. Most of us are confused about where to start and how to navigate making change in our life. Our society as a whole expects immediate gratification, which leaves us frustrated when that doesn’t happen. Real …
When you think of happiness, what comes to mind? I’m betting you imagined having a home, stable finances, a loving partner, a pet, or being on a never ending vacation. At least in our society this is the message we’re fed about what happiness looks like. If that were the case, how many people do …