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Relationships can be incredibly rewarding, but they also require effort and cooperation from both partners. When one partner feels unsupported, it can lead to frustration and resentment. If you're in a situation where your partner isn't actively helping to improve the relationship, it may feel like you're carrying the emotional load alone. While you can’t force your partner to change, there are ways to work on the relationship that may inspire growth and reconnection.
In the pursuit of personal growth, mental health, or life fulfillment, many individuals find themselves wondering whether they should seek the help of a psychotherapist or a coach. While both professionals can play pivotal roles in guiding individuals through challenges, psychotherapy and coaching are distinct disciplines with different methods, goals, and frameworks.
Let this serve as a reminder of the importance of feeling grateful, thankful and appreciative for the good things in our life. Fostering an attitude of being grateful and more positive can have many benefits.
Levels of affections can change in a relationship and often drift apart leaving partners wondering if their love and passion will survive. Here are some tips to get you back on track with love, affection, and intimacy in your relationship.
Finding healthy & more productive ways to resolve conflict in a marriage is essential to forgiveness, moving forward & relationship happiness. Check out our latest blog for tips to conflict resolution for couples.
Managing the holiday season can be stressful and challenging. This year especially has create new and different struggles due to the COVID19 pandemic. Check out these 10 tips to help you cope and maintain positivity during the holiday season.
The coronavirus pandemic has added a challenging time for most people. This is a new and different situation that is incredibly difficult. This is especially true for couples. Read more to see tips for helping your marriage survive COVID-19.
During the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, it can be hard to find date night ideas that maintain social distancing or are quarantine approved. Here are 20 creative and fun activities you can do with your partner that don’t require you to leave the house. These date night activities should boost your connection, communication, affection and even your creativity.
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has had a large impact on mental health. Practicing self-care and good mental wellness during times of high stress or crisis are essential for coping.
Stress is one of the most common experiences and challenges that people face. Stress can have negative impacts to our emotional, physical, & mental health. Check out our latest blog for tips on coping with stress.
Aiming to live life in better balance can create a higher level of mental health & life satisfaction. Having good balance in your life means that you are constantly reviewing where your time and energy is being spent and trying to alter that to reach a good level of homeostasis.
A regular mindfulness practice can help to lower stress, increase mental focus & attention, reduce emotional reactivity, improve connections with others & help you to be more in tune with your mind-body.
Journaling has many powerful healing benefits, such as helping to express & process emotions, improve self-confidence, increase self-awareness, reduce stress, work on problem-solving, improve memory & cognition, and help with mental health coping.
Creating healthy habits can have many wonderful benefits in our lives. Healthy habits can improve mental health, physical health & our overall lifestyle. Simple Steps to Creating Healthy Habits: make a mental shift, think long-term, start small, include the new into your routine, have cues & prompts to remind, & reward yourself.
Going through a break-up or ending any sort of relationship can be extremely difficult. There are many self-help tips that may be helpful through the healing process.
Negative attitudes toward people experiencing mental health conditions is common. We must be cautious with our words, actions, & social media posts as this can have a poorly impact others & continue stigma. Unfortunately, these negative perceptions about mental health continue to exist & negatively effect those seeking treatment, who need treatment or who are in recovery.

The act of forgiveness is one of the most difficult things we can do. Forgiving helps us to move forward, let go, & heal. Watch our latest video for tips to forgive:
1. Engage in Empathy
2. Practice Gratitude
3. Ceremonial Act of Letting Go

Happy & success #marriages requires work, attention & dedication. There are many different dynamics that we must #balance. Here’s our latest #video for #tips for #couples:
Take Time * Practice Communication Skills * Make it a Priority * Be Attentive * Express Assertively * Engage in Self-Soothing * Use Conflict Resolution Skills * Maintain Your Sexual Relationship * Be Self-Aware

Having a baby can change many dynamics in our relationship & family life. It’s important to maintain intimacy & connection through the postpartum period & beyond.

As most animal lovers know, pets can add so much love, meaning & comfort to our lives. There are specifically many mental health benefits to pet ownership. Check out our latest video to hear more about how pets can boost your mental wellness.

Research shows us that regularly practicing gratitude can have many benefits to our emotional & mental wellbeing, including boosting happiness. Check out our latest video for tips on activities that boost GRATITUDE.

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues that people experience. There are many beneficial strategies for coping with anxiety.
-Positive thinking
-Mindfulness meditation
-Physical exercise
-Good nutrition
-Support system
-Time management
-Boundaries
-Unplug regularly
-Good sleep

Maintaining a strong bond & connection in your relationship is important. With our busy day-to-day lives, we can often get caught up with tasks & neglect the priority & importance of our relationships. Check out our latest video for tips on building more intimacy & connection with your partner.

Anger is a common emotion that can be #healthy when expressed in an appropriate matter. However, anger can also be one of the most challenging feelings to properly process & manage. Check out our latest video for tips on anger management.
- Think before speaking
-Take a time out
-Get physically active
-Practice mindfulness
-Use stress management skills
-Let it go
-Engage in self-awareness

Issues with confidence and self-esteem are extremely common; however, many people are not aware that these personal issues directly impact the health of your relationship. In this video, tips for coping with insecurities in a relationship will be discussed.

We know that healthy relationships are important, but it is often hard to tell exactly what a positive and happy relationship may look like. Here are 10 signs of a healthy relationship.
9 Simple Self-Care Tips for the Holidays
The holiday season can be magical and overwhelming. Take care of you with these simple tips:
1️⃣ Set Boundaries: It’s okay to say “no” to events or tasks.
2️⃣ Stay Hydrated: Water keeps you energized and balanced.
3️⃣ Prioritize Sleep: Rest is a gift to yourself!
4️⃣ Take Breaks: Step outside, breathe, and reset.
5️⃣ Limit Social Media: Focus on real connections, not screens.
6️⃣ Move Your Body: A walk or stretch can boost your mood.
7️⃣ Practice Gratitude: A quick list of what you’re thankful for can shift your mindset.
8️⃣ Treat Yourself: Even small indulgences (like a favorite snack or candle) count.
9️⃣ Ask for Help: You don’t have to do it all alone.
This season, your peace is the best gift. Take care!