Some couples seem joined at the hip, while others appear to live separate lives. Which is better? While each scenario has its advantages, the benefits of space in a relationship are often disparaged in favor of togetherness and His & Hers…well, everything. If you are feeling the strain of too much togetherness, Contact Caree Brown … Read more
As individuals, we all experience different behaviors and reactions that influence the way we feel. Whether we have been through a traumatic event or need help coping with large levels of stress, therapy is a treatment solution that can provide many social, mental, and psychological benefits. But why, exactly? Why do so many people recommend … Read more
It seems human nature to find fault with those particularly close to us, and to be easily annoyed with them. After all, living with someone allows us to see their “warts and all”, and it takes a lot of maturity to learn how to see ourselves in terms of the big picture of our personalities. … Read more
Most people have grown accustomed to a mind-set which allows room for only one right answer or one right perspective. When we adopt this black and white orientation, our spouse becomes our competitor rather than our partner. There is a famous Sufi teaching story about three blind men who meet up with an elephant walking … Read more
When couples first start dating, they are usually all smiles, take things lightly, and laugh easily at themselves and each other. They make take the rest of their lives very seriously, but somehow they are able to encapsulate their relationship with this kind of playful, light-hearted energy. After time take its toll, however, this bubble … Read more
Most people think of a relationship as two people, two entities. But the entire emotional landscape of the couple shifts to vast proportions when the relationship can be thought of as its own entity, the third organism, additional to the couple. Some say it is helpful to think of their relationship as a ‘garden’, with … Read more
When someone you love is battling depression, it can be difficult to understand what’s going on. People process depression in different ways and some of the warning signs may not always be apparent. It may also be difficult for your loved one to communicate what is going on with you. If you’re in need of … Read more