If your partner's actions cause confusion, pain, or manipulation, it can be a sign you're married to a narcissist. If you have ever questioned whether you are in this situation, you are not alone. Understanding narcissism and its effects on relationships can help you...
Marriage is a lot like jumping out of an airplane before you strap on and check your parachute; you figure it out as you go. Sounds like fun, huh? So naturally, there often comes a point in many marriages where one or both partners begin to question the strength of...
Facing the news that your spouse wants a divorce can be one of the most challenging experiences in life. It's a time filled with emotional turmoil and uncertainty, where every action and word can have significant consequences. While it's crucial to know what to do,...
Dealing with the death of a loved one is often the biggest challenge one faces in life. Grief can feel overwhelming and consume every facet of your life. Grief affects relationships too and in many different ways. This is the time that you need the comfort of others...
Helping a depressed parent can be a challenging and emotionally demanding situation for both the parent and their children. Depression is a pervasive mental health condition that affects not only the individual experiencing, but also their family members. As a child,...
Emotional abuse in relationships can easily and often go unnoticed, as its scars are internal and not always visible. Unlike physical abuse, emotional abuse is characterized by subtle yet damaging behaviors that chip away at a person's self-worth and mental...
Within the intricacy of our relationships, a subtle but powerful culprit lurks in the shadows, wreaking havoc on the delicate fabric of connection – the unrelenting need to be right. As we navigate the complexities of our interpersonal interactions, the compulsion to...
Obviously no one ever wants to be on the receiving end of a romantic betrayal. The emotional devastation of discovering that someone you love and trust has been cheating and lying to you can be, and often is, overwhelming. With this in mind, let's take a look at how...
The holiday season should be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Yet for many, it's also a a time of stress and anxiety, especially when dealing with difficult family members. Whether it's the overly critical mother-in-law, the argumentative cousin, or the...