Here is another gem from the School of Life. This essay captures so much of what I see in couples who come into therapy frustrated with their partner or with…
Read moreDefensiveness In Its Many Forms
According to John Gottman, Defensiveness in interpersonal relationships is considered to be one of the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Often, defensiveness is adopted in response to an actual or…
Read more6 Skills for Managing Conflict
Conflict is inevitable in any long term relationship. Accept this from the get go. Because of this, gaining the skills and developing the ability to successfully navigate conflict becomes critical…
Read moreThe Relationship Trajectory – Part 2
On to the next post in this series on the stages of healthy relationship development, from Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson. This is where couples will often get stuck, gridlock,…
Read morePassive Aggression in Relationships – Part 6
If you have identified that your relationship is inhabited by someone who is passive-aggressive, working as a team, you can create a better relationship and better individual lives. In our…
Read morePassive Aggression in Relationships – Part 5
Onward as we look at the growth edges of the partner of the passive-aggressive. If you think you can’t possibly let up at home, ask your partner and family how…
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