According to the Gottman Institute, happy couples reconnect each day they are apart by having a “Stress-Reducing Conversation.” Here are the steps you should follow (along with the pitfalls you should avoid) to make the most of those talks with your special someone: Take Turns.Each partner gets to talk for 15-20 minutes. Fret not! You […]
#METOO — Are you feeling empowered? Or are you feeling guilty or ashamed?
#METOO — Are you feeling empowered? Or are you feeling guilty or ashamed? The purpose of this movement was undoubtedly to empower women, increase our awareness of this insidious behavior and encourage us to teach all, especially young boys and girls, about what is simply not acceptable. Now, we all must work to insure that […]
Fall In Love With Anyone: 36 Questions + 4 minutes
Can you imagine sitting down with a stranger, asking each other 36 questions, staring into each other’s eyes for 4 minutes, and BAM falling in love? Well, according to researcher Arthur Aron, this happened in his lab 20 years ago when he conducted this study. I came across this information a few weeks ago while […]
Being Human: The Golden Thread of Trust
“I just don’t trust you,” said every person ever at some point in their lives. It’s a common topic of conversation within the therapy office, yes, but translates far beyond those walls. All human bonds, whether romantic, parent-child, family, friendship or professional, require a foundation of trust. I’ve heard it and said it, but the […]
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