When we hear the word meditation, many things come to mind and the meaning of meditation varies from person to person. Merriam Webster defines meditation as “engaging in contemplation and reflection” and “engaging in mental exercise (such as concentration on one’s breathing or repetition of a mantra) for the purpose of reaching a heightened level […]
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Betrayal in a relationship, whether with a friend, family member, or intimate partner, can be so damaging to the betrayed partner that it can cause symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD. These symptoms can include, but aren’t limited to, Nightmares Hyper-vigilance Numbing Withdrawal from others Agitation/irritability Self-destructive behaviors Flashbacks Insomnia Persistent thoughts, both
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When you are in the blissful period before you get married, busy with all the wedding plans and imagining your wonderful future together, it may seem like seeking couples counseling would be the last thing you should be doing. However, studies have shown that successful premarital counseling decreases the likelihood of divorce by 50 percent.
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Your marriage is in trouble and you have decided to seek the assistance of a marriage counselor. You have done all the research to find a good therapist for the two of you and taken the courageous first step by setting up your first appointment. Now what? How can you make sure that you get
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Do you remember when you were first dating your partner? You paid attention to what they said, looking for clues as to what was going on in their lives and what was important to them. Now, years later, it’s easy to put your partner’s needs on the back burner as you navigate the busy-ness of
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