How Pornography Can Do More Harm Than Good in Your Relationship
“Want to spice up your relationship? Just turn on Cinemax.” – Pop Culture From movies to even the most reputable magazines, this advice is plastered all over mainstream media. Let’s be clear, pornography is not what I would suggest for clients who’ve lost a connection. Sure, it’s worshiped in pop culture and may make […]
Here’s Why You’re Struggling to Forgive Your Partner
Forgiveness. We all know it’s not easy letting go of the pain that a partner causes you—and this can be an understatement. Some people get so hurt they seek to hurt the very person that they love so they can feel that same level of pain. The only thing about taking this approach is […]
3 More Simple Ways You Can Be a Better Spouse: Part 2
Last week we introduced three simple ways you can improve yourself as an individual to get closer to your partner. We talked about the importance of gratitude, expressing expectations and allowing well deserved ‘me time.’ This week, we have three more steps you can take towards building a closer relationship with your spouse. Don’t […]
3 Simple Ways You Can Become a Better Spouse for Your Partner: Part I
We get this question all the time: “How can I be a better husband/wife?” There are certain habits we have as individuals that can cause ongoing conflict in relationships. Sometimes this manifests in the form of constant arguments, passive aggression, or even growing apart. But before it gets to the latter stage there are […]
How to Fix the Top Communication Styles That Taint Romantic Relationships
What type of communicator are you?
This is good. Whether you often leave a discussion with your significant other feeling guilty or they constantly tell you that you’re not listening to what they’re saying, you’ve decided to take the steps to improve your communication. But before you can better yourself it’s important to really understand the areas you struggle with the most.
How Positive Affirmations Can Help You Build Success
“In order to carry a positive action, we must develop here a positive vision.” –Dalai Lama
No, those people who look into the mirror every day and tell themselves aloud they will be successful aren’t crazy—they’re driven. Despite tough circumstances, pushing positivity into the atmosphere surrounding them leads to more change than focusing on negativity.
How to Improve Communication and Prevent Heated Arguments
“I put my foot in my mouth.”
“We got our wires crossed.”
“I heard through the grapevine….”
You certainly don’t want these phrases being said consistently throughout your relationship. Believe it or not, it can actually make or break your relationship. Constant miscommunication or lack of communication can make room for bitterness, confusion and resentment to enter your relationship. Not the type of words you want associated with you and your partner right?
