Do you struggle to make conversation with your other half? Are they always around, meaning you never get a moment to yourself? Is your relationship deteriorating, with less and less physical and emotional intimacy as time goes on? It’s possible that you’ve fallen into a common trap for couples: spending
‘I want to miss you more!’ This phrase was uttered in a recent couples counselling session. This client’s complaint was that they and their partner were spending too much time together and it was causing their relationship to suffer. This really struck a chord: after all, aren’t we supposed to
Navigating the tumultuous seas of romantic relationships is not always easy. While love is the foundation of long-term relationships, there are many headwinds that compromise our connections, creating disagreements, breeding misunderstanding and sometimes leading to separation. However, when weathered with patience, skill and understanding, the love that brought you together
Hi, it’s Ginny. I wanted to share with you about talking from the I rather than talking from the you. Now you may go, “Well what does that mean?” So when we are talking from the I, we are owning the experience. And so if I was to say, “When
Anxiety is a widespread concern in modern times, and it constitutes a growing issue for employers and policymakers alike. More and more firms are becoming aware of the number of man-hours lost to anxiety and stress, and the recurring issues that come along with it can have long-term impacts on
It can happen to any couple. The love is there, but it’s all become a little too routine. A little too repetitive. A little too, sigh, boring. Cheer up! There are ways to pump it back up and dump that slump! The Flip Side It’s rare that both members of
When a couple come in and they’ve had a baby, one of the challenges that they really face is this difficulty of spending enough time together.
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I’ll meet you there.” – Rumi A very common pattern that I see couples discuss in my counselling room, is the need for one or sometimes both partners to be right. It’s often over something very minor to begin
In the complex landscape of relationships, effective communication is key to fostering understanding and connection. One powerful tool that can enhance this communication is the concept of love languages – the various ways individuals express and receive love. By understanding and utilising these languages, couples can bridge communication gaps, deepen
Understanding love languages isn’t just about improving relationships with others; it’s also a powerful tool for self-care and self-love. By applying the concept of love languages to your own life, you can enhance your emotional well-being and foster a more nurturing relationship with yourself. Identifying Your Own Love Language for
Understanding your love language can significantly impact personal growth and development. The five love languages—Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch—describe how people express and receive love. By identifying your own love language, and those of others, you can improve self-awareness, foster healthier relationships,
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