Conflict is an inevitable part of any close relationship. Far from being a sign of failure, how you manage disagreements can actually be a powerful force for strengthening your bond. When handled constructively, conflict can deepen understanding, build trust, and pave the way for a more resilient partnership. The key isn’t to avoid arguments, but...
Understanding Lack of Intimacy in Marriage
Marriage is a profound journey shared by two people, built on a foundation of deep connection, understanding, and mutual vulnerability. When that essential sense of closeness begins to wane, leaving partners feeling distant even within the same home, it can create a subtle yet profound ache. To understand the lack of intimacy in marriage, we...
Understanding Narcissism in Relationships
I frequently encounter individuals grappling with the profound and often invisible wounds inflicted by narcissistic relationships. Experiencing narcissism in a relationship, whether it’s a parent, a spouse, or another significant figure, relating to someone with narcissistic traits can be an emotionally exhausting and profoundly damaging experience. Narcissism exists on a spectrum, from traits to a...
Triggered Immaturity Impacts Intimacy
Childhood trauma can have profound and lasting effects on adult relationships, particularly in intimate partnerships. Couples often find themselves caught in cycles of miscommunication, emotional outbursts, and unresolved conflict, not realizing that these patterns may stem from deep-rooted wounds formed during their formative years. In couples counseling, it’s essential to recognize how childhood trauma triggers...
Types of Affairs
There are many types of affairs. Infidelity is a lack of faithfulness to a sexual partner in an agreed-upon monogamous relationship. Infidelity is not limited solely to men and occurs in approximately one-third of all marriages. Online affairs have become quite prevalent with our reliance on technology and accessibility of social media and dating sites....
Infidelity in Relationships
When infidelity in relationships is discovered or disclosed, intense conflict and emotions usually lead to a crisis and a complete lack of trust. Infidelity could occur in various ways and unfaithfulness could often be extremely complex. It is a misconception that infidelity only affects troubled relationships, as many strong relationships also experience infidelity. We then...