Technology is neither helpful nor hurtful for relationships; it is how we choose to use technology that determines whether we harm or help our relationships. We need to examine….

Developing relationship-enhancing habits is an excellent way to protect it from deteriorating. These habits will infuse your relationship with positive energy and help fortify it against the frustrations and problems that every relationship encounters. The three A's for increasing relationship happiness…

When you marry or form a relationship, you join two family cultures together, and you have important decisions to make. What will you keep and let go of, and how will you create your unique family culture. Choose traditions that you can enjoy together as a couple and create traditions that will pull your future or current family together…

If you notice yourself feeling resentful toward your partner or complaining about them, it might be time to consider setting a boundary or several. Healthy boundaries mean not allowing others to tell you how…

Are you coming at your relationship from a place of healing or a space of hurting? Are peace and acceptance the umbrella under which your relationship flourishes? Or do…

When was the last time you told your partner or loved ones that they were amazing? Have you ever been guilty of shrugging off something they were excited to share with you? It requires confidence and maturity to truly join with our partners as they celebrate success. Sincerely celebrate by…

I hope that we don't put off for tomorrow things that we will regret. So, what have you been avoiding or putting off? Consider if there may be things…

We tend to think of stress as something to avoid or something we want to remove from our lives. The reality is that a certain amount of stress may add a little excitement and challenge to our lives. If we had zero stress our lives could become ho-hum and boring. In general, our performance improves as stress increases up to a point….

Have you have ever wondered why you don’t feel refreshed after taking a break at work or home? Research indicates that there are helpful and less helpful break-time activities. For example, a good break helps increase our brain function, helps us concentrate, and reduces mental fatigue. On the other hand….

The disparity in desire can lead to a build-up of resentment and create distance in the relationship. Many factors can distract, discourage or dampen libido. These libido killers affect …

Do you have trouble landing on a decision? Or trouble sticking to a decision once you have made it? Have you ever delayed deciding until the decision was made for you? Possible reasons for indecisiveness include…

There is, unfortunately too much truth in the idea that the only people we really hurt are those we most love. Exploring our tendencies to...

Perhaps there is a reason that we have two ears and one mouth. Much of our ability to connect with each other depends upon our openness to hearing what is said. Attentive listening helps us to feel seen and valued. Our attention is a priceless gift….

Some mistakenly think that play is something children do. But there are several good reasons to continue having fun throughout our life. Create more fun and joy in your life by approaching …

There is an all too human tendency to become an expert in avoiding responsibility. It can be painful to consider our shortcomings, and it is much easier to look at the flaws in others…

As the pandemic grinds on, the stress is wearing people down. Anxiety and depression are increasing. The struggles of single parents have increased due to being cut off from most everyday social interactions. Then there are casualties….

According to Zig Ziglar, "When you aim at nothing, you'll hit it every time." Therapeutic goals help move your time in counseling from an enjoyable experience to a growth experience. Your counsellor will work with you to increase…

January is a time when thoughts often turn to new year's resolutions. Current restrictions mean that most of us are spending more time with only those who live in our household. Perhaps during this gift of time together, your relationship could benefit from some intentional attention…

We are living in stressful times. Anxiety, frustration, and fear are commonplace. Gratitude is a powerful antidote to negative emotions, and it helps us combat the negative thought train. Eight weeks of gratitude practice can begin to change your brain patterns and increase empathy and happiness…

Our beliefs about relationships have a massive impact on the success of our relationships. Faulty assumptions can cause much frustration and disappointment. Sometimes beliefs that seem to be reasonable or even positive can be detrimental because they …