Relationships

The world is filled with diversity, and it’s a richer place when we learn how to appreciate the differences that make it so interesting and colorful. If you—like most of us—tend to hang on to… Continue reading

Stress and lack of control over COVID-19 is causing many emotions—including anger. One of the most common ways to deal with anger about something we can’t control is to fall back on anger displacement: taking… Continue reading

There are many ways of expressing love, and most people have one or two ways that they most commonly demonstrate affection. These are also usually the same ways that they best identify and understand love… Continue reading

Giving and receiving gifts is something many people look forward to during the holidays. But the pressure to spend money, the worry of figuring out the perfect gift for everyone on your list, and the… Continue reading

As we discussed in our last post, “4 Benefits of Gratitude,” having a grateful attitude can help you to be happier and healthier in many ways. But how do you cultivate the characteristic of gratitude… Continue reading

First dates can be anxiety-inducing for anybody, but they can be particularly difficult if you struggle with anxiety on a regular basis. Spending time with someone you don’t know well, keeping up a conversation, making… Continue reading

Like many other aspects of our lives, social media isn’t good or bad in and of itself—it’s how we use it that determines whether it helps us or hurts us. Since social media is an… Continue reading

Counseling is a form of therapy that has wide-reaching benefits for all kinds of people and situations. However, common myths about counseling may keep you from even considering this option as you try to make… Continue reading

Family is the most important thing in the world for most of us, but in today’s busy culture it’s not uncommon for families to feel disconnected sometimes. Here are four tips you can use to… Continue reading

There’s no question that finances can put a strain on more than just your budget: money can affect your marriage and family life too. In fact, it’s the number one issue that couples argue about.… Continue reading