As the holiday season unfolds, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the myriad of tasks and expectations that accompany this time of year. From finding the perfect gifts to organizing festive gatherings, the pressure to create a flawless holiday experience...
The holiday season often brings contrasting emotions. While one partner may be ready to deck the halls, the other may feel weighed down by grief, anxiety, or past trauma tied to this time of year. This emotional mismatch can be challenging for couples to...
In relationships, it’s common for one partner to feel anxious while the other seems calmer — or for one partner to operate at a slower pace while the other is always on the go. These differences can lead to misunderstandings, frustration, and emotional...
When our first son got engaged, Eric and I started taking dance classes. At the time, our only goal was not to embarrass ourselves at our children’s weddings! But, you might not be surprised to hear, it actually transformed our relationship in some surprising...
We’ve all heard someone say it — we might have said it ourselves at some point: “We’re perfect together. We never fight!” But when someone says that to me, it’s a big red flag. You never fight? Really? First of all, unless you’ve been dating for less than a...
