Secure Attachment Isn’t Enough for a Secure Relationship
It’s easy to assume that being a securely attached person guarantees you’ll have a successful relationship. While secure attachment is a great foundation, it takes
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Balancing Privacy and Transparency in Your Relationship
Relationships thrive on trust, mutual respect, and understanding. But if there’s one question that can leave couples unsure, it’s this one: How do you decide
The Three Types of Secrets in Relationships: Protective, Neutral, and Harmful
Did you know that not all secrets are harmful? Within relationships, secrets tend to fall into three distinct categories: protective, neutral, and harmful. Each of
Boundaries, Rules, and Agreements: Building Healthier Relationship Dynamics
Healthy relationships require more than just love and good intentions. They thrive on clear communication, mutual respect, and a shared understanding of how to navigate
Understanding Rules, Agreements, and Boundaries in Non-Monogamous Relationships
When it comes to exploring non-monogamy, most people imagine love as limitless, thrilling, and freeing. But when theory meets reality, things can get complicated fast.
When You Choose Not to Trust Anyone, You’re Giving Away Your Power
If you’ve been hurt—really hurt—it makes sense that you’d become guarded. Maybe you’ve found yourself saying, “I’ll never trust anyone again.” And if that’s you,
Is Your Defensiveness Sabotaging Your Relationship?
One pattern I see time and time again in relationships—whether you’re dating, married, or somewhere in between—is defensiveness. It’s one of those sneaky behaviors that
When One Partner Won’t Show Up: Navigating the Lopsided World of Couples Therapy
Relationships can feel like a perfectly choreographed dance—until one partner decides to sit out on the sidelines. You can be suited up, laced in your
The Art of Fighting Fair: Why Your Partner Hates Relationship Talks (and How to Fix It)
There’s a moment, sharp as a paper cut, when you realize your partner has checked out of the conversation. Maybe they shift their weight, lean
What I Wish I Knew Before Marrying at 19: A Psychologist’s Reflection
There’s a certain brand of audacity that comes with being 19. The kind that lets you waltz into major life decisions armed with a mix
