Ever wonder why your family can trigger your anxiety like nobody else, even when otherwise your anxiety might feel under control? Listen, we get it. Having your family trigger your anxiety is a very common problem. Read on to learn more about anxiety triggers, how your family might be triggering your anxiety, and how to cope with … Read more
Today, families come in all combinations and sizes. Maybe you meet someone new, and one or both of you already have kids. Maybe you and your partner have kids together, adding to the bunch. A blended family, often referred to as a stepfamily, is a unique constellation of people that come together to form a … Read more
Nobody’s in a good mood all the time. Life gets tough, things don’t go as we expected, responsibilities build up, or maybe we simply wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Whatever the reason, you or your partner are bound to feel low occasionally. It’s never fun to be around someone who’s in … Read more
You cheated on your partner, but your relationship does not necessarily have to end. Even though admitting infidelity to your partner will cause much heartache and anger, your relationship can survive if you both want it to. But repairing a relationship after infidelity can only happen if you truly regret your decision to cheat. If you … Read more
Infidelity can be traumatic and is one of the more challenging problems faced in a relationship. While many people are blindsided if and when they find out about a spouse or partner cheating, others may suspect infidelity because of actions that are out of the norm. Eleven common signs of cheating include: Changes in communication Increased interest … Read more
One of the most difficult relationship decisions you hope to never have to make is whether or not to give a cheating partner a second chance. Infidelity is incredibly painful, and it might leave you wondering if you should break up or stay in the relationship. If you discover that your partner lied to you, manipulated you, … Read more
Why do people cheat? A wide variety of factors can bring out some type of affair. A study of 495 people revealed eight key reasons: anger, low self-esteem, lack of love, low commitment, need for variety, neglect, sexual desire, and circumstance.1 It’s important to understand that these reasons arise within the cheater and are not the responsibility … Read more
An affair is an emotionally intense, romantic relationship with someone other than your spouse or partner. Sex may or may not be involved, and the two people may not have even met in person, which can occur in an online or cyber affair. The average affair lasts six months to one year,1 though some can last … Read more
You’ll have many different types of relationships throughout your life. Most tend to be categorized as acquaintances, friends, family, romantic partners, sexual partners, work colleagues, or situational relationships. Each type comes with different expectations, benefits, and challenges. Interpersonal relationships are a vital part of life. They can range from close and intimate to distant and challenging. … Read more
Whether you’ve been dating someone for a while, currently live with a partner, or are part of a long-married couple, you might be seeking ways to make your relationship even better. Unlike holiday love stories and romantic comedies in which all is resolved after one or two conflicts, maintaining thriving relationships takes real effort. But it … Read more