Strong relationships are built by two whole people. When each partner brings genuine well-being into the relationship, the partnership has a sturdier foundation to grow from — and personal happiness isn't a fixed trait. It's a skill you can practice.
This week, we're sharing three research-backed habits that boost individual well-being and, almost as a bonus, strengthen your closest connections. Try them solo, or invite your partner to join you.
Read MoreCongratulations on your new baby! The act of bringing a new human into the world is one of life’s most miraculous and transformative events. While you may feel both exhausted and exhilarated, the reality of 24/7 newborn care often lands on modern parents who lack the traditional "village" of support. In the US, the intense focus on individualism, coupled with often non-existent or insufficient parental leave, forces a rapid and unsustainable transition back to pre-baby life.
Read MoreAdult intimate relationships are a lot like our immune system.
A strong immune system is capable of protecting your body and fighting off many viruses and bacteria. It automatically immunizes you against assaults from the outside as well as from the inside—against stress, chronic illnesses, and diseases. When your immune system is functioning well, you barely notice it. It does its job quietly, constantly organizing, managing, and removing toxins.
But what happens when your immune system—or your relationship—is weakened through repeated injuries, deprivation, or chronic erosion?
Have you experienced less interest or ability to listen and relate to friends and family talking about their lives? Perhaps you find that your brain is scanning and ruminating about the various digital communities and activities you follow during your most intimate and romantic moments with your partner?
This is a serious slide into disconnection that will have lasting consequences in your life! So let’s talk about ways you can begin to reverse this trend starting today.
Here's what most parenting advice gets wrong: it focuses entirely on your child's behavior. What therapists know - and what the research consistently shows - is that the most powerful thing you can do in that moment has nothing to do with your child. It starts with you.
These are six things we tell parents in therapy that rarely come up at a well-child visit.
Read MoreWisdom for our own relationships can be found in nature all around us, from emperor penguins who mate for life to the complex social structure of a beehive. This issue looks at what the great Redwoods have to teach us about how to stand tall when storms come our way.
Read MoreWhen a desire for honest expression lacks tact and consideration, it risks crossing a line from healthy assertiveness into harmful aggression. Conversely, people who suppress their feelings may find that anger leaks out in sneaky, passive-aggressive ways. Neither approach supports a thriving relationship.
Read MoreThis February 14th, skip the crowds and make sweet, simple memories at your own kitchen table. We'll be there, enjoying a candlelight meal and actually being able to hear each other across the table. Take a moment to connect with the person you love.
Read MoreWe invite you to explore the Inspiring Love series as a resource for growth and connection. Together, we can face the challenges of today with compassion, courage, and curiosity.
Start Inspiring Love today — READ MORE HERE.
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