Relationships

Are we in a cycle? If you are feeling unheard, unseen, and farther away from your partner at the end of communication, then you are in what Sue Johnson calls a cycle. She developed Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT/EFCT) that is the gold standard for couples counseling. In a cycle, usually... more

Congratulations on meeting a loving and caring partner! What you are talking about is "how do I have a secure relationship?" Within the field of attachment, which is how one relates to the people we love, there are secure and insecure attachment styles. As one who experienced trauma so young, you... more

This can be really anxiety-producing when you have not felt it before. It may be helpful to work through some of this with a local therapist so you can get more specific ideas.Some other things that come to my mind are maybe talking about spending about 10 minutes or so discussing how you are... more

There could be many reasons but often people feel validated when they are in a relationship, the need to be in a relationship can be related to a belief of unlovability which often stems from our childhood. The relationship sort of soothes this temporarily and the others interest or desire helps... more

You have brought up a very important issue by inquiring about the best way to maintain a long-distance relationship. Even though sustaining a long-distance relationship comes with its share of obstacles, many long-distance couples are able to survive and keep a strong connection to one another by... more

Being CONTENT and AT PEACE is a BEAUTIFUL wish for yourself!! I applaud you for knowing what you need and your willingness to reach out for support. NO DOUBT the feelings that come up following a break up can be intense, and are often joined by AN AVALANCHE of thoughts that include self doubt, and... more

Hello. That must be very frustrating for you to feel that you to be reminded of constant wrongdoing in your relationship, especially when you feel that your wife does not admit to any fault. This could lead you to feel inadequate in the relationship that can harm your relationship in the long-term... more

Not much to go on. Her age medical etc. This can be frustrating seeing a loved one sick. Find what interests her or has an influence over her. If you know why...maybe try and allow her to heal. Presents things in front of her that give her no choice but to focus on instead of what has put her... more

AWW at least she is honest and a " crush" is that.  Stay true to who you are and she maybe testing the relationship and feel strained from the distance.  There are ways to communicate to a woman to bring her closer.  💕

Wait what? Normal teenage experiences. A pedophile is someone that is attracted to children meaning under your age category. This is regarding mostly adults that are over age of 18. You are only one year apart. Try and focus on friendship and work on keeping yourself busy in activities so... more