What does it take to make and maintain a good relationship? Many of us might answer love or affection, both of which are important, as is communication. But an often overlooked yet essential component of any successful relationship is actually gratitude. Being grateful for those we care about and the […]
It’s no secret that emotions are an integral part of being human. However, emotional experiences are many and varied. In fact, it is suggested that human emotions fall along a spectrum. By its very definition, a spectrum is a continuous sequence or range, making it an apt way to described […]
I’m sure we’re all at least vaguely familiar with the idea of faking orgasms or sexual response. This is often parodied on television and in movies, usually portrayed by women faking satisfaction with their male partners. This dishonesty, however, can mean constructing an artificial barrier between oneself and one’s partner […]
Jealousy is a tricky emotion, and one that we’re all vulnerable to at various points in our lives. According to Psychology Today: “Jealousy is a complex emotion that encompasses many different kinds of feelings that range from fear of abandonment to rage to humiliation. Jealousy can strike both men and […]
There are many people in this world who believe that keeping people happy is easier than dealing with a disagreement. While that might be true, as a result these people can spend a good portion of their lives not getting any of the things that they want from life at […]
We wanted to share some insight from one Mark Manson’s recent articles, “Love is Not Enough” in order to shed some light on some of the most common problems that many of us have in our relationships. Author Mark Manson is a professional blogger and book author who has devoted […]
Every couple goes through periods of ups and downs in their relationship. As long as the couple has the coping skills in place to overcome stress and difficulty, they will come together to move forward together. In some cases, the nature of the stressor may overpower the couple’s ability to […]
As a marriage and family counselor, I’ve worked with couples that present to Marriage Counseling with a wide variety of issues disrupting their marital happiness. Every couple that comes to Marriage Counseling is different and faces a set a circumstances unique to them. I will say however, that there are […]
When a South Florida couple decides to seek marriage counseling, finding the marriage counselor that will be the best match for them can be an overwhelming task. To aid in your search, we’ve come up with several tips to help filter your search and produce the marriage counselor that will […]
