What is Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria?
What is rejection sensitivity dysphoria, and how does it show up in relationships? For individuals with ADHD or ADD, rejection-sensitive dysphoria (RSD) manifests as an intense emotional sensitivity and response triggered by the perception of …
Contrition
Why write about contrition? This blog comes from my research on understanding how contrition is used in secular and religious contexts. I often hear the word contrition when working with couples, but it seems to …
Feed What Grows
Happy New Year! Can you believe we have started 2024?!? Instead of having New Year’s resolutions, I wonder if you might explore this question instead: What are you going to feed this year? This month, …
Take a Time-Out
How pausing a fight (time-out) can help improve your overall conflict Sometimes how we fight with our partner can cause more hurt and damage to our relationship than what we are fighting about. Then that …
Am I Emotionally Immature?
Am I emotionally immature? And no, I do not mean elementary school slapstick-humor immaturity. What is emotional immaturity? I mean, am I showing up in my relationships lacking the maturity to properly handle my own …
Strengthening Your Relationship: The Power of Couples Therapy
Building and maintaining a healthy, fulfilling relationship takes effort, understanding, and effective communication. However, even the most loving couples face challenges and roadblocks that can strain their bond. During these trying times, couples therapy can …
