What Is Trauma Bonding?
Trauma Bonding, or Bonding Over Trauma? You may have heard the term “trauma bonding,” but there is often confusion over what it actually means. Consider the following two examples: “My boyfriend and I are so …
Cómo cerrar ciclos: 5 pasos para sanar y avanzar
Cómo cerrar ciclos: 5 pasos para sanar y avanzar Cerrar ciclos es una parte inevitable de la vida. Puede tratarse de la pérdida de un ser querido, el rompimiento de una relación —incluido un divorcio—, …
Finding Peace and Healing After Loss
Finding Peace and Healing After Loss Pain and loss is an inevitable part of life. It may involve the loss of a loved one, a beloved pet, the end of a relationship (including divorce), a …
When Complacency Steals the Spark: Lessons from the Louvre Heist
When Complacency Steals the Spark: Lessons from the Louvre Heist We tend to think of relationships as safe, familiar spaces—our own “museum” of memories, shared jokes, routines, and trust. But just as even the grandest …
Attachment in Relationships
Attachment and How It Affects Relationships In 1969, British psychologist John Bowlby revolutionized the way we think of how humans bond with others, and how it affects our relationships throughout the lifespan. Bowlby noted that …
Family Boundaries During the Holidays
Family Boundaries During the Holidays We hear about boundaries a lot these days, but what are they, why do we need them, and how do they show up in our families, even when kids are …