4. Create space for phone use: Just as you set designated times for a digital detox, draw boundaries for device usage in fixed time intervals. This strikes a healthy balance. Communicate with your partner about your important calls, work mails, or simply to check their social media feed, and they will understand and appreciate your honesty.
“Overcoming unconscious beliefs involves introspection, self-compassion, and often seeking support through therapy or personal development. Recognising and challenging these limiting beliefs can pave the way for a more receptive and fulfilling experience of love,” says Amanda Twiggs, marriage coach and relationship expert. She further shared in her recent Instagram post five unconscious beliefs that block us from getting the love that we want.
“Healthy conflict can bring you closer together. Attuning to your partner’s feelings and needs during conflict builds trust, shows consideration and helps your partner to feel heard and respected. It also helps you both to co-regulate, which builds safety. It’s easier to be in a clear head-space and work through things when our nervous system is regulated,” says Jordan Green, licensed therapist and relationship expert in her recent Instagram post. She further shared top tips for problem-solving in relationship.
A strong marriage is built on effective communication, which fosters closeness, understanding and trust between spouses. On the other hand, poor communication can plant the seeds of conflict and misunderstanding. Amanda Twiggs, marriage coach and intimacy expert shared in her recent Instagram post some telltale signs of poor communication in marriage and their potential impacts on the relationship.
“Couple’s self-care activities increase emotional intimacy, improve communication, and create shared experiences that bring joy and relaxation to your relationship,” says Clinton Power, Online relationship counsellor and marriage therapist in his recent Instagram post. He further shared seven amazing self-care ideas for couples.
The human mind can be both a paradise of love and a destructive battleground in the complex world of relationships. Unfortunately, some people use deceptive strategies known as "mind games" to gain the upper hand, establish power disparities, or instil uneasiness in their partners. Amanda Twiggs, certified marriage and relationship coach shared in her recent Instagram post seven toxic mind games that can destroy your romantic relationship.
“Remember, you are responsible for advocating for your needs. No one else can read your mind, and expecting them to is unfair to both of you. Your needs are valid and important, and you deserve to have them met. Don't let guilt, fear, or any other negative beliefs hold you back from communicating your needs. In healthy relationships, both parties want to meet each other's needs. So, if you're struggling to communicate your needs, start by identifying what they are,” says, licensed therapist and relationship expert, Jordan Green in her recent Instagram post.
Financial secrecy: If one partner is secretive about their financial situation, this can be a warning sign of financial abuse. The controlling partner may hide bank accounts, credit cards, or other assets from the other partner, or may refuse to share information about their income or expenses.
A one-sided relationship is when one person puts in all the effort while the other person doesn't reciprocate. It can be emotionally draining and can cause a lot of stress and unhappiness. Here are some signs of a one-sided relationship.
As humans, one of our greatest desires is to love and be loved in return. However, this is easier said than done, as relationships can be complex and require a lot of effort to maintain. Recognizing the signs of a healthy relationship can be challenging, but it's essential to know what to look for. Here are five signs that indicate a relationship is healthy and thriving:
A "situationship" is a romantic relationship that lacks a clear definition or commitment. It's important to be aware of the following red flags that may indicate that a situationship is not healthy and may not be worth pursuing.
There are various reasons why relationships fail, including communication problems, differences in values or goals, lack of trust, incompatibility, and lack of effort. These issues can lead to frustration, resentment, and ultimately, the end of the relationship.
Managing relationship stress is an essential part of maintaining a healthy and happy partnership. Life can be full of challenges, and it's normal for stress to impact our relationships. However, with the right tools and strategies, couples can navigate stress together and emerge stronger than ever. In this listicle, we'll explore some tips for managing relationship stress and coping with life's challenges as a couple.
Building an online relationship can be a little different from building a face-to-face relationship but there are several effective ways to build an online relationship. Remember, building an online relationship takes time and effort but it can be a rewarding experience. Here are some tips:
Trust is not something that can be forced or demanded, it is something that is earned. Whether you're just starting a new relationship or looking to strengthen an existing one, these tips will help you build and maintain trust in your relationship:
Relationships are a vital part of our lives, providing us with a sense of connection, support, and companionship. However, not all relationships are healthy, and certain behaviours can lead to the destruction of a relationship. Licensed therapist and mental health educator, Summer Forlenza, suggested behaviours that destroy relationships in her recent Instagram post.
Love is one of the most beautiful feelings in the world. It makes us feel strong, and yet vulnerable to the ones we love. However, in some cases, people fear having this amount of intimacy and vulnerability for a person. Hence, they shy away from being in a relationship, or experiencing love. But why does it happen? Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders explored a few reasons as to why people fear falling in love. “There are many reasons we may fear love and intimacy; it can be so scary to step into the unknowns that come with a new relationship,” she added.
Successful and happy relationships require constant efforts. Check out some important relationship reminders suggested by Relationship Coach Kasturi M, to actively work towards building healthy bonds and happy relationships in 2023.
In relationships, we often come to the point when we know that there is no way forward from there. That is the expiration point in the relationship. However, due to multiple reasons we are not able to leave and terminate the relationship. Therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab addressed this and wrote, “Sometimes people stay too long because they haven't reached their limit, aren't ready, or can't leave. Sometimes things do improve, but you can't determine when that happens. Knowing things can change keeps us in situations even when things are healthy.”
Respect forms the basis of a healthy relationship. Mutual respect for the partners is one of the building blocks of a space where two individuals can grow individually and together. However, with time, we often forget to show the way we respect our partners. In her recent Instagram post, Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders referred to this and wrote, “It’s no surprise that respect is an important part of a healthy relationship. While all relationships have challenging seasons, it’s important to maintain respect throughout these times.”
A relationship may sound easy breezy, but in reality, it takes a lot of efforts from both ends to make it work. After the initial phase of firecrackers get over, a relationship becomes a journey of choosing the other person over and over again. It also means doing our bit in the relationship and putting in extra efforts in understanding each other and embracing the changes with time Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders noted down ways by which we can do our bit in caring for the relationship.
Relationships are tricky. With time, the partners may develop a big communication or a perspective gap, which can lead to bigger conflicts. Even though conflicts are somewhat healthy, sometimes it can lead to separation, when not addressed for a long time. In her recent Instagram post, Marriage and Family Therapist Elizabeth Earnshaw addressed the differentiations in relationships and how to improve them.
Navigating life does not come with a manual – hence, it sometimes gets bumpy, difficult, and confusing. More than often, we find ourselves in crossroads of decisions and we are unable to choose one. Sometimes, we are also difficult on ourselves, which make us weaker. Psychotherapist Sara Kuburic addressed normal human experiences on her recent Instagram post and asked her Instagram fans to embrace the imperfections and go through life with grace.
Sometimes children do not share their emotions with their parents. But why does it happen? In every relationship, communication is the ultimate key which helps us to understand the other person. No matter what type of parenting one is doing, it is important to listen and validate the child’s emotions and the way they feel. It is also important to encourage the children to speak about their emotions. In a recent Instagram post, Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders addressed the issue and explored reasons why children refrain from communicating about their emotions to their parents.
In relationships, it is very important to have mutual respect and dignity for each other. Arguments and conflicts, in relationships, are healthy – contrary to how we see it. They help us in getting newer perspectives and opinions. In relationships, through conflict or otherwise, it is important to communicate with care. Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders noted down a few tips to keep in mind while communicating in relationship.
Assumptions in relationships can have negative impact. Often in serious situations, we do not ask for clarification – instead we assume things and overthink and that leads to more negative thoughts. However, this can be stopped before it starts to stem out. Instead of assuming or having our own versions of a situation, we should directly ask for clarification from our partners. That way, we can save the relationship from going into a conflict. But how do we ask for clarification? Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders suggested ways to do the same.
Boundaries are integral to any relationship. From emotional to financial, boundaries differentiate the things which we like with the things which we do not. Hence, it is important to give us the freedom to be ourselves as well as maintain the individuality in a relationship.
As we grow older, the dynamics between us and our parents also change. It is no more a relationship of them taking care of us – instead it becomes a relationship of friendship, confiding into each other and understanding the changes that both go through. As we face the changes, how do we work on the relationship and keep it healthy? Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders shared seven tips on working on the relationship.
Relationships, after the initial phase of firecrackers, become a journey of patience, affection, communication and understanding. It also requires a lot of acceptance of the other person and the change that they have been undergoing over time. “As time goes on and infatuation wanes, we make the shift from being in love to loving someone- and love is something that must be nurtured,” read an excerpt of Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders’ post where she pointed out six ways to nurture love in relationship to keep it healthy and long.
At this point of time, when people are taking care of their health at the utmost, it becomes very necessary that our pets are equally fit and healthy. People are slowly moving out of homes again and it becomes important to keep our pets trained to stay unattended. It is a good practice to keep our pets trained as this not only helps in providing them a self-sufficient better lifestyle but also reduces the considerable watch-time by pet owners on them.
