Do you know what your primary love language is? Love languages are a concept developed by Dr. Gary Chapman in ‘The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate’. the concept explains five overall ways people typically express affection to the ones they care about most. By
Are you spending too much time with your partner to the detriment of your relationship? It’s incredibly easy for couples to end up spending too much time together. This usually happens gradually due to life events, such as moving to a new area where you don’t have a social support
It’s all too easy to fall into the trap of spending all your time with your partner – whether it’s due to the needs of parenting children, increased working from home after the Covid-19 pandemic or simply slipping into a routine where you spend more and more time together. No
Do you remember the first flushes of love with your partner, and the longing you felt for them when they weren’t around? Do you dream of recapturing that feeling now you live together and maybe even have children together? It’s totally normal to want to spend all your time with
I was looking out the window the other weekend mesmerized by the pattern of rain. It took me into a meditative like state as I watched the drops fall onto leaves seemingly silently bending them as they made their way to the ground. The sight of so many drops falling
It is apparent that for some couples there is a reluctance to go for couples counselling because they don’t want anyone else to know the state of their relationship. They feel embarrassed to reveal all the things they might be fighting about, especially if these things are of a personal
The mental hurdles involved in putting together your dream wedding cannot be overemphasised. There are an enormous number of different aspects to put together, and it can be stressful. Hence, the growing field of couples counselling for pre-wedding pairs. Stress is inherent to the days leading up to a wedding. It is
In the days and weeks following birth, perinatal and postnatal depression will take hold of 15-20% of all new mothers. It is related to the dramatic shifts in hormones that occur in a woman’s body throughout the course of their pregnancy, and can result in nervousness, irritability, and anxiety punctuating
In modern life, where work and home often blur together, spending every moment with your partner might initially seem like a dream. However, constant companionship can soon take its toll, quietly straining even the strongest of modern relationships. The Hidden Cost of Too Much Time Together Understanding the dynamics of
Long term relationships can easily fall into predictable routines. Between work, family, and everyday responsibilities, it’s common for couples to feel like they’re going through the motions without the same excitement or curiosity that sparked the relationship in the first place. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The good
When you’re in a committed relationship, especially one that’s spanned years or transformed into a family unit, it’s easy to fall into the rhythm of “we” and lose sight of the “me”. Looking after your own interests isn’t a luxury or selfish indulgence, it’s essential. Finding moments to nurture your
Building a thriving relationship goes beyond love—it requires trust, respect, and clear communication. One vital aspect of any relationship is setting boundaries. When communicated well, discussing boundaries can enhance mutual understanding and create a foundation for individual and shared growth. Many couples tend to shy away from these conversations, fearing