Fighting to Win
Fighting to win? That’s a lose-lose situation, but there is a way out. All couples have patterns in how they handle conflict. While the content may be different each time, there is generally an underlying pattern of how partners interact with one another. Sometimes that pattern is each partner trying to be the one who […]
The Power of Physical Touch
I have a soul connection with my 10-year-old son, Zachary. When I was little, instead of naming my Ken doll (of Ken and Barbie) “Ken” I always said “Zachary”. I always knew I wanted to name my son, Zachary. Then in 2007, here comes this sweet, smiling, happy baby boy. Of his 10 years, that […]
Communication Tips
Communication is essential in all relationships but can also be very intimidating because there is a risk of miscommunicating, feeling rejected, conflict, or being shut down/dismissed. Some of us may have even received messages that it is not ok, or not safe, to communicate with parents, family members, significant others. Communication is necessary to build […]
I Want Couples Therapy but my Partner Doesn’t!
It is not unusual for one partner to feel the need to go see a couples therapist and the other to resist. I get it! My husband and I took the Hold Me Tight Couples Workshop a few years ago and I definitely found myself initially saying, “No, we are fine. We don’t need it.” […]