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Gottman’s Sound Relationship HouseAs the Gottman Institute celebrates its 30th anniversary, the Sound Relationship House model is still sought after as a roadmap for healthy relationships by therapists and couples alike. No other model offers a structured, transparent, and effective method of couples therapy that has been shown to improve relationships in multiple research studies. No other model of relationship therapy offers the scientific backing, the structured and effective skill-building, and the clinical tools and techniques that make Gottman approach easy to understand and integrate into any committed intimate relationship. This has been demonstrated over and over again in my…
Most people think that the reason avoidants come back to you after they lose you is some combination of: You using No Contact. Seeking Comfort in Familiar Surroundings, OR, They Were Seeking Freedom. Now, this isn’t technically wrong but there’s a lot more nuance to it than most people let on. This is my “Black Hole Theory,” and I think it’s the reason most avoidants come back after they lose you. There’s a lot going on in this graphic, so let’s just start at the beginning with: Stage One: How Secure Partners Become Anxious Many people believe that avoidants…
When it comes to building a successful life, your choice of partner is just as critical as your choice of career. Yet, many high-achievers struggle in their relationships because they fundamentally misunderstand how the opposite sex views commitment. The harsh reality of relationship psychology is that men and women do not commit in the same way. Renowned relationship educator and author Alison Armstrong has spent decades studying this exact dynamic. Through her Understanding Men workshops, she reveals that building a relationship rooted in genuine safety requires understanding the completely different ways men and women view partnerships. Here is Armstrong’s brilliant…
Mark Twain is, of course, most known for his classic books Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. But he was also one of the sharpest and funniest minds ever that could quickly get to the truth of human nature and the foolishness of everyday life without any sugar coating. So in today’s post I want to share 110 of the most funny, inspirational and motivational Mark Twain quotes. I hope you’ll find something here to make you and your friends and family laugh, to motivate you to go after your dreams and to simply give you…
Divorce is a major legal and financial decision. For many people, the process raises more questions than it answers, particularly in the early stages when priorities are still being worked out. Asking the right questions before instructing anyone can help clarify what lies ahead and what kind of support is needed. This article sets out ten questions worth considering before divorce proceedings begin, covering finances, children, timelines, and legal options. 1. Have I Considered Non-Court Resolution Options? Litigation is not the only path available. Mediation, collaborative law, and arbitration are all recognised alternatives to court proceedings. Courts in England and…
When your ex gets engaged or married, it can hit hard, even if you’re over them. Here’s how to cope with the flood of emotions in a healthy way. It always happens when you least expect it, your ex just got engaged. You’re casually doomscrolling through socials when suddenly their name pops up… next to a ring emoji. Whether you’re happily single, in a new relationship, or deep in healing, this kind of news can stir up all kinds of messy, unexpected emotions. That little internal voice goes: Wait… why do I feel weird about this? So what do you…
Dating apps have evolved over the years, but also digressed in many ways, but at the core remains an issue around privacy and what information to display on dating profiles. Online dating oversharing can leave folks vulnerable to scams, blackmail, discrimination and embarrassed as screenshotting on dating apps has been on the rise over the year.Women and men are cautious of ever about what to display on dating profiles, what to write in messages and what they say on video chats. While this has always been a thing to some degree, things are picking up as founders and execs from…
An introvert hangover can leave you feeling exhausted, making you want nothing more than to escape to a quiet place alone. Does this sound familiar? You’ve spent the whole day with your friends or family. You’ve had a great time eating, playing games, and catching up. But now, you’re so exhausted you can barely see straight, while everyone else seems as energetic as ever. In fact, they’re already setting up the next game as you’re wondering how you can slip out the door. The next day, after the event is over, is no better. You might have a headache, and…
Not many people know this, but there are three signs that every avoidant will always show if they’re secretly using you. And no… It’s not ignoring your texts… Pulling away… Or ghosting… These are signs you’ve probably never even thought about—but once you see them, you won’t be able to unsee them. And I’m pretty sure it’ll reframe the way you look at avoidants forever. Not that you have a “high opinion of them” right now or anything. Sign #1: Honeymoon Hopping Ah, the honeymoon period. That magical time in a relationship where everything is perfect, and your partner can…
Like so many people all over the world I’ve lived with the simple and kind wisdom of Winnie the Pooh and the books by A.A. Milne for decades. So in today’s post I want to celebrate that silly old bear and his friends by sharing 85 of the most inspirational, funny and uplifting Winnie the Pooh quotes. I hope you’ll find something here to help you to center yourself, refocus on what truly matters in your life and to make it a happy one. Inspirational Winnie the Pooh Quotes “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter…