Always + Never: unpacking absolutes in our relationships
Exploring how “always” and “never” statements come into play during conflict, and what’s underneath these patterns. Since these absolute statements can be harmful, we find other strategies to interact.
Mastering the art of giving + receiving feedback in your relationship
When feedback becomes a fight, or a fight becomes feedback — chances are no positive outcome will prevail. On the flipside, when feedback becomes a routine facet of communication, our relationships have the opportunity to flourish.
What’s your desire type? How responsive desire works + why it matters for great sex
While spontaneous desire is most often portrayed in pop culture — many people experience what’s known as “responsive desire” and understanding how it works can mean much more satisfying sex.
Why is social media so addicting, and what’s it doing to my brain?
This blog is part of a series exploring our relationship with social media, how it impacts our brains, and how we can start to become more intentional with it.
Getting honest about our relationship to social media
If you have been feeling like you want to make some changes to your relationship with social media, this post is for you.
3 ways my husband & I use the Notes app for better teamwork, connection & fun
How to use the Notes app to create more organization and transparency in partnership.
Understanding & cultivating a healthy relationship to anger
Many of us are taught that anger = bad. Instead of repressing our anger, or letting it surface only when we are ready to explode … what if there was another way?
Learning the art of listening to ourselves
We all long to be heard. Developing the skillset of listening can enhance our relationships, and make others feel closer to us. It can also be a beautiful resource to deepen our connection with ourselves.
Creativity as an antidote to anxiety
Creativity is energizing, life-giving, exciting, sometimes all-encompassing. It’s not only a natural high — creativity also helps us to know ourselves, it helps us to process difficult emotions, and allows us to tell our stories.