The Disheartening Reality: Younger individuals express less contentment compared to older demographics. I felt a sense of sadness, though not entirely surprised, upon learning that the United States had slipped from the 15th to …
Being fair-minded can be a strength when effectively utilized. "Jennifer, daily life is tough!" I can still recall the frustrated expression on my teacher's face after I complained about the selection process for a …
Handling disagreements constructively is crucial for maintaining lasting intimacy. In every new relationship, conflicts inevitably arise. Often, after an initial period of bliss and happy Instagram posts, certain aspects of your …
Springtime is synonymous with renewal, but it’s also known for something else: divorce rates tend to peak during this season. Here’s why. While one might assume that Spring, with its associations of fresh starts, would be a time …
Three anecdotes of midlife and mid-career reflection. It's not uncommon to witness mid-career professionals (often deeply entrenched in their fields) pivot to entirely different paths within a few months. We sometimes applaud…
How to navigate a separation with your partner. "Finding joy in embracing and releasing love." - Elizabeth Berg. Maintaining close relationships can be quite challenging in the long run, often leading some couples to co…
Much of our recovery can occur in collaboration with others. Pain, in its various forms, is an inevitable aspect of the human experience. Often, we endure it alone. However, being part of our highly social species offers a valuab…
Cultivating connections across different cultures can lead to profound fulfillment when approached with openness. North America has long been a melting pot of cultures as generations of immigrants have settled in the New World. H…
Enhancing connections in our lives, whether personal or professional. Do you crave meaningful connections? Who doesn't? Yet, why is it challenging to foster the deep, satisfying relationships we desire? And I'm not just t…
On Political Choices and Relationships. There's been recent speculation about a growing divide among people. It's suggested that women tend to lean more towards liberal views and reject traditional (hetero) relationships …
Moments that reveal and shape the relationship. Much of our inner thoughts revolve around ourselves what's going well, what we're worried about, what's on our agenda. Gift-giving occasions are rare instances where our…