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
Time together is essential for building emotional intimacy and trust. However, spending too much time together without space for personal growth can result in emotional overcrowding. This occurs when one partner becomes overly reliant on the other, stifling individuality, limiting personal space, and creating emotional strain. Achieving a healthy balance
Working remotely has reshaped daily routines, with many couples now working from home together. While this offers flexibility and more time together, it can blur the lines between work and personal life. Clear relationship boundaries are essential to prevent stress, burnout, and relationship strain. Without them, confusion and conflict can
Finding the right balance between time spent together and time apart is necessary for maintaining a healthy relationship. While closeness nurtures emotional bonds, personal space fosters individual growth and independence. A relationship thrives when both partners feel connected yet still have room to be themselves. Balancing Togetherness and Separateness Both
When we hear “love languages,” we often think of romantic relationships—partners expressing affection through physical touch, words of affirmation, or acts of service. However, love languages extend beyond couples. Understanding them can enhance friendships, family bonds, and work relationships. By recognising how we communicate love and affection, we can build