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Men’s Health Week: Creating Healthy Habits
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Men’s Health Week: Creating Healthy Habits

Men’s Health Week happens every year, the week leading up to and including Father’s Day. This year, I thought it would be important to shed some light on the health issues men…

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Signals of Relational Drifting and How to Stop It
Communication | Conflict | Life | Relationships | Self Improvement

Top Signs That You’re Drifting Apart, and What To Do About It.

You don’t talk like you used to. Sex has become obsolete. It’s hard to remember the last in-depth conversation or episode of shared laughter you had. You feel disconnected and distant. Times…

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Top 5 Signs You Need to Consider Marriage Counseling
Communication | Conflict | Marriage | Relationships

Top 5 Signs You Need to Consider Marriage Counseling

Has the thought of getting marriage counseling crossed your mind, but you aren’t sure? This blog may help you. Relationships are an important part of life, and having a stable and loving…

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The Top Ways To Stay Motivated Over The Summer Months
Life | Self Esteem | Self Improvement

The Top Ways To Stay Motivated Over The Summer Months

Summer is officially here! That means pool parties, family vacations, and patio happy hours after work. Summer is full of a lot of fun moments and activities, but also a lot of…

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Show the Love: How to Share Parent Appreciation
Parenting | Relationships | Uncategorized

Show the Love: How to Share Parent Appreciation

Let’s face the facts: We’ve put our parents through a lot. From the terrible twos to teenage tyranny, our caregivers have poured years of blood, sweat, and tears into child-rearing. Looking back,…

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Is Online Premarital Education Important for Your Relationship?
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Is Online Premarital Education for Your Relationship That Important?

So, you’re thinking about tying the knot and have some questions… Well, you’ve come to the right place! Premarital education and counseling are a type of therapy that prepares couples for marriage….

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Jan.2020 Social Media- Dr. T-2
Finance | Life | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Stress

Resolutions That Will Change Your Life This New Year

After 29 years on this earth (leave me alone, I can be 29 if I want to be;-)) You would think I could create New Year’s Resolutions that last beyond the first…

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Ring in the New Year the Right Way
Relationships | Travel

Take a Trip That Will Spark Romance This New Year

“Out with the old, in with the new.” Regardless of what transpired over this past year, ushering in the new one is a call for celebration. Many utilize the opportunity to spend…

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3 Thoughtful Holiday Gifts That Will Warm Your Wife’s Heart
Relationships

3 Thoughtful Holiday Gifts That Will Warm Your Wife’s Heart

‘Tis the season for family feasts, cherished traditions, and showing extra love to your wife. Indeed, there is something special about a well-thought-out gift for your bride. And this demonstrates your desire…

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Great Gifts For Your Guy Even When You Are Not A Great Gift Giver
Relationships

Great Gifts For Your Guy Even When You Are Not A Great Gift Giver

Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year! All the kindness, cheer, festivities, and joy just make the season bright. I like to consider myself a generous person who enjoys giving…

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How to effectively budget for the Holidays with your Partner
Finance | Relationships

How to Effectively Budget for the Holidays With Your Partner

The research is clear: one of the top five things that couples fight about is finances. Unfortunately, the holidays can highlight and add to financial stress for many. The National Retail Federation…

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How to Care for Yourself During the Holidays
Anxiety | Life | Self Improvement | Stress

How to Care for Yourself During the Holidays

Do you find yourself stressed out, anxious, or depressed during the holidays? Well, you’re not alone! For many, the “joyful holidays” lack much joy altogether. It’s easy to be swept up in…

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Do you Practice Kindness in Your Life? This Is How To Do So:
Relationships | Self Improvement

Do you Practice Kindness in Your Life? This Is How To Do So

November 13th is World Kindness Day. It’s the time of the year when we practice kindness. There are so many holidays that I did not know existed before social media. Some of…

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How to Put the Sizzle Back in your Sex Life
Relationships | Sex

How to Put the Sizzle Back in your Sex Life

It’s the simple things that my husband does that often spark my desire for him. Now, I confess I love a great date night on the town as much as any girl….

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The Do's and Don'ts of Getting Engaged over the Holidays
Dating & Engagement | Relationships

The Do’s and Don’ts of Getting Engaged over the Holidays

It seems as though couples get engaged over the holiday more than any other time of year, and why not? With parties, gatherings, food, decor, and celebrations already in place, it’s the…

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It's Time to Improve Communication With Your Significant Other
Communication | Relationships

It’s Time to Improve Communication With Your Significant Other

Miscommunication happens. My husband says, “I think I could’ve said that better.” He says that when he knows what I heard him say didn’t come across exactly the way he intended. Have…

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Top 5 Romantic Places to Getaway this Fall
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Top 5 Romantic Places to Getaway this Fall

With pumpkin spice lattes back on the menu, fall is upon us. September, October, and November are great times for you and your partner to escape and enjoy a romantic getaway! Whether…

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Three Creative Ways to Add Fun to Your Relationship
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Three Creative Ways to Add Fun to Your Relationship

Most relationships start fresh and exciting. It doesn’t take much to have fun and enjoy one another. Over time, however, the newness wears off, and the busyness of life can settle in….

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Make the Most of Dating this Fall
Relationships | Sex

Make the Most of Dating This Fall

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year: football games, pumpkin spice coffee, cooler weather in Jacksonville, and fun dates with my hubby. It’s easy for life to get so…

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How to Parent a Strong Willed Child
Communication | Life | Parenting | Relationships | Stress

How to Parent a Strong Willed Child

Parenting isn’t an easy task, but parenting a strong-willed child can be very challenging. It may seem to be a battle getting your children to do what you have asked, no matter how…

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How to Be a Positive Parent
Life | Parenting | Relationships

How To Be a Positive Parent

Parenting is hard work. It is easy to get caught up in all the negativity that surrounds raising a child; are you doing it all right? Their behavior, their nutrition, milestones, learning,…

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Top signs You're in a Relationship for All the Wrong Reasons
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Top Signs You’re In A Relationship For The Wrong Reasons

Have you ever contemplated why you’re still with him? I know I have! Sometimes we fall in a wrong relationship for all the wrong reasons. Looking back, I recall a particular relationship…

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When Your Dream Jobs Don't Align: How to Navigate
Communication | Conflict | Finance | Life | Marriage | Relationships

When Your Dream Jobs Don’t Align: How to Navigate

You floated through the dating phase, glided to the altar, and maybe even welcomed one or two new additions to the family. But somewhere in the natural flow of life together, you’ve…

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5 barriers to real relationship growth
Anxiety | Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Dating & Engagement | Divorce | Life | Marriage | Parenting | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Sex | Stress

5 Barriers to Your Relationship Growth

When couples present to therapy with a challenge they are working through, one question I often ask is “What have you already tried to work on this?” Often, they list the tools…

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When is it Time to Break Up?
Anxiety | Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Dating & Engagement | Life | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Sex | Stress

When is it Time to Break Up?

Isn’t Love in the air? Thinking about breaking up or deciding to stay is pretty common when a relationship isn’t working as expected. According to research, breaking up is considered a major…

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What You Need to Know About Emotions
Anxiety | Communication | Conflict | Finance | Life | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Stress

What You Need to Know About Emotions

Why is it that we have to deal with emotions? When someone reacts angrily or shows any negative emotion, it seems to be uncomfortable for those around. Then, avoiding emotions may be…

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Write It Down: 5 Interesting Benefits Of Journaling
Anxiety | Life | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Stress

Write It Down: 5 Interesting Benefits Of Journaling

Coping with life’s daily stresses can be hard. Sometimes it can feel like once you get through one storm, the next one is right there waiting for you. One of the most…

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How to Take a Healthy Break
Anxiety | Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Self Improvement | Stress

How to Take a Healthy Break

At some point, everyone has experienced a dip in productivity, concentration, and focus during the afternoon. This can cause a negative emotional reaction for some, feeling like you are failing or not…

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Happy Wife, Happy Life: Celebrate Wife Appreciation Day
Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Self Improvement

Happy Wife, Happy Life: Celebrate Wife Appreciation Day

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying ‘happy wife, happy life,’ but have you also heard about Wife Appreciation Day? Turns out it’s a real thing. Of course, every couple is unique, and…

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Why Is It So Difficult To Stop Stress Eating?
Anxiety | Communication | Conflict | Life | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Stress

Why Is It So Difficult To Stop Stress Eating?

We all have stress and different ways of managing it. Some people handle stress in a healthy way – exercising, talking, and reading. Other times, we may not handle stress so well….

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The 5 Stages of Grief: What do they look like?
Life | Self Improvement | Stress

The 5 Stages of Grief: What do they look like?

There are very few people in life who have not experienced some form of loss. From the loss of a relationship to the loss of a pet, you can recognize the stages…

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Sensational Truth: How to Improve Your Mood With Food
Anxiety | Conflict | Life | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Stress

Sensational Truth: How to Improve Your Mood With Food

We’ve all seen the headlines announcing diet fads, telling us which chemicals to avoid, and foods presenting with a new health stamp of approval daily. It can be difficult to keep up…

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Top Motivational Books For a Successful Life
Communication | Life | Relationships | Self Improvement

Top Motivational Books For a Successful Life

There are great self-help books out there waiting for you to read them and improve some aspect of your life. One of the questions a lot of people ask themselves is Why…

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The Battle of Emotions Between a Man and a Woman
Communication | Relationships

The Battle of Emotions Between a Man and a Woman

Relationships can be a frustrating thing when you just want your partner to understand you, especially when it concerns your emotions.  After trying to talk to your partner, have you ever thought,…

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Combating depression during and after pregnancy.
Anxiety | Conflict | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement | Sex | Stress

Combating Depression During and After Pregnancy

Many mothers around the world suffer from depression during or after pregnancy. You have probably heard the phrase “Postpartum Depression”. Some people call it “baby blues” and may state that this is…

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Keeping Your Relationship Strong During The Struggles Of Infertility
Conflict | Life | Parenting | Relationships | Sex | Stress

Keeping Your Relationship Strong During The Struggles Of Infertility

When you and your partner decide to start a family, it can be one of the most exciting times in your relationship. How will you tell your family? Have you pictured how…

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Powerful Business Strategies To Improve Your Relationship
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Powerful Business Strategies To Improve Your Relationship

Have you ever noticed the similarities between what makes a business successful and a successful relationship? Something to do with business strategies for your relationship. Successful businesses have clearly defined values, goals,…

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How to be Assertive in 8 Steps
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How to be Assertive in 8 Steps

Assertiveness can sometimes have a negative connotation, but what does assertiveness mean? It means being able to express what we want and need, as well as setting positions and boundaries. It implies…

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Cell Phone Use: Awesome Insights On How To Improve Family Life
Communication | Conflict | Life | Marriage | Parenting | Relationships | Self Improvement

Cell Phone Use: Awesome Insights On How To Improve Family Life

Cell phone use is part of everyone’s life every day. The use of cell phones can improve your relationships or negatively impact your family life. Have you noticed your cell phone use…

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How To Help Children Talk About Mental Health
Communication | Conflict | Parenting | Relationships | Self Improvement

How To Help Children Talk About Mental Health

There is a saying that the role of parents and guardians is to “Prepare the child for the road, not the road for the child.” Understanding that children and teens can and…

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What You Need To Know About National Wellness Month
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What You Need To Know About National Wellness Month

The month of August brings a lot of thought and activity. There is a push to get last-minute vacations. School is starting, which requires new supplies and adjusting to new sleep patterns….

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Amazing Skills to Help You Communicate With Your Kids
Communication | Parenting | Relationships

Amazing Skills to Help You Communicate With Your Kids

Communicating with children can be challenging. If you’re a parent, you have probably experienced some challenges in how you communicate with your kids. According to a study about parent and child communication,…

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Self-compassion: A Powerful Skill for Growth
Life | Self Improvement

Self-compassion: A Powerful Skill for Growth

Talking about self-compassion in a world seemingly more competitive and demanding every day sounds like an oxymoron. However, research shows that self-compassion is a powerful skill for growth and learning, also serving…

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Moving can be a positive experience
Anxiety | Communication | Finance | Life | Marriage | Parenting | Relationships | Stress

Moving? It Can Be a Positive Experience!

A beautiful new home, a new opportunity across the country, a bigger apartment, or starting on your own for the first time can all be exciting adventures. However, moving can be one…

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simply your life
Anxiety | Life | Stress

The Benefits When You Simplify Your Life

August 1st is the official kick-off to Simplify Your Life Week! Never heard of this week? To be honest, I hadn’t either until it popped up on one of my calendars. Once…

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music make you happy
Life | Stress

Can Music Make You Happy?

Ever catch yourself walking by a restaurant with live music or hear a catchy song in the car and feeling just a little boost of joy? Ever since I can remember, I’ve…

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parenting and self-care
Parenting | Self Improvement

The Truth About Parenting and Self-care

Self-care as a parent? Parenting and self-care sound like an oxymoron, as time and energy for parents usually seem pretty scarce. I’ve heard from different parents that having a baby is one…

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great questions
Communication | Relationships

How Asking Great Questions Can Improve Your Relationship

My husband and I recently went on a cruise for vacation. If you have never cruised before, it’s worth exploring the option. If you have cruised before, you know there are countless…

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making life beautiful
Life | Self Improvement | Stress

The Art of Making Life Beautiful

How do you classify beauty? Are you consumed by appearance, grace and sophistication? Or do you believe beauty comes from within and shows up in ways like personality, kindness, and forgiveness? Beauty…

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Bond with your partner this summer
Relationships

Exciting Ways To Bond With Your Partner This Summer

One of the best things about living in Florida is the weather. There are so many things to do during summer, and this season can be a fun time to get outdoors…

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Leave a powerful legacy
Life

How to Leave a Powerful Legacy for Future Generations

As Father’s Day approaches, the thought of leaving a powerful legacy begins to circulate and enter my mind. I think of the legacy my father and his father before him left to…

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Special gifts for a special dad
Life

Special Gifts For A Special Dad This Father’s Day

Finding the right gifts on Father’s Day can be challenging for several reasons. Finding special gifts for a special dad can feel overwhelming. First, all dads are unique, making them so special!…

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fun activities
Life | Parenting

5 Fun Activities To Do For Father’s Day

Father’s Day is a great opportunity to celebrate fathers with fun activities. Father’s Day is also to celebrate paternal bonds and the efforts male figures provide in our lives. Fathers are vitally…

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Thinking positive
Life | Stress

The Secret Benefits of Humor and Laughter

Smiling, laughter, and humor have so many benefits that it makes sense to have a day to celebrate this natural mood booster. National Smile Day is this week, and I invite you…

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exercise
Life | Self Improvement

Exercise Your Way To Positive Mental Health

We all have varying feelings and views about exercise. For some people, it’s their escape, and it helps them cope with everyday stressors. For others, they take that too far and use…

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Screen Free Week
Life | Self Improvement

How To Have a Successful National Screen Free Week

Let’s talk about Screen Free Week for a minute. How much do you spend looking down at your screen? Have a question these days? You can quickly Google it, no problem. Wonder…

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honesty
Anxiety | Life

Why Honesty Really is the Best Policy

April 30th is National Honesty Day in the United States. The purpose of Honesty Day is to celebrate and encourage honesty in communication, relationships, and politics. In this day and age, I…

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sex after 50
Relationships | Sex

The Joy of Sex After 50

I remember talking to a friend about her parents. She recalls being a teenager and just being grossed out by her parents kissing each other in the kitchen. Or being mortified because…

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vacation sex
Relationships | Sex | Travel

How To Take Vacation Sex Home With You

I’m sure many of you have heard or experienced how vacation sex can be more fun and exciting than sex at home. If you hadn’t heard or experienced this, well, there is…

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Weight intimacy and sex
Relationships | Sex

The Truth About Weight, Intimacy and Sex

Most people experience some hit to their sex life at some point or another. Sometimes we are affected by external factors like work, money, or family. Other times, our sexual experiences may…

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tax refund to benefit your relationship
Finance | Life | Relationships | Travel

How To Use Your Tax Refund To Benefit Your Relationship

Tax Day is quickly approaching, which means it is a great time to look at how you can use your tax refund to benefit your relationship. Did you know that 78% of…

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Loving your teenager
Life | Parenting

Loving Your Teenager: How You Can Create More Connection

Many times, I’ve heard parents of teenagers sharing frustrations about their kids “just being a teenager” or wishing for that phase of childhood to pass. This stage of life is a difficult…

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Thinking positive
Anxiety | Life | Self Improvement

The Positives Of Positive Thinking

We all know what being in a funk feels like. Have you ever found yourself stuck in negative thoughts about yourself, your job, or the situation you are in? That’s the funk….

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health benefits of sex
Marriage | Relationships | Sex

Sexual Healing? Physical Health Benefits Of Sex

It is well known that in a committed relationship, sex is a wonderful way for partners to be both physically and emotionally connected. Research has found that healthy sex in a relationship…

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spring clean
Communication | Marriage | Relationships

Spring Clean Your Relationship

Now that winter is coming to an end and the first day of spring is here, it’s time to get to the spring cleaning. No, this isn’t a blog about chores and…

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sex after delivery
Communication | Marriage | Relationships | Sex

Daring To Have Sex After Delivery

Having sex after the delivery of a new baby can be a challenge for many couples. Most doctors recommend waiting between 4-6 weeks for sex to avoid pain and complications. It seems…

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rejection of sex
Marriage | Relationships | Sex

How To Break The Cycle Of Rejection in Sex

In my experience, one of the most pressing issues for couples is sex and intimacy. More specifically, the conversation often revolves around the frequency, satisfaction, and differences in libidos. According to a…

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benefits of make-up sex
Communication | Marriage | Relationships | Sex

The Good, The Bad, The Glorious: Benefits Of Make-up Sex

What’s so special about make-up sex? “We felt deeply connected.” “It was so hot!” “I’ve never had a sexual experience that passionate!” “We made love for hours and woke up more in…

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Benefits of napping
Life | Self Improvement | Stress

The Surprising Benefits Of Napping

Have you ever been hit with that midday slump? You know the one, when you can barely keep your eyes open and all you want to do is curl up on the…

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Orgasms
Relationships | Sex

Orgasms And The Brain: A Powerful Way To Improve Your Relationship

Have you ever wondered about the role of the brain during orgasms? You probably know sex improves relationships, but have you ever wondered what role orgasms play in your relationship? When a…

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Aspen
Travel

Enjoy The Most Romantic Getaway To Aspen

One of my favorite parts of the wintertime, other than Christmas and spending time with family, is taking a winter getaway! Unfortunately, in Florida, we don’t get to enjoy a lot of…

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Weekend in Boston
Life | Travel

Rejuvenate Your Love With A Weekend In Boston

It’s that time again! Time to escape with your love, reconnect, and rejuvenate your relationship. Often, after the holidays and the start of the new year, relationships get set to the side…

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Weekend trip to New York City
Travel

Take A Weekend Trip To New York City

Sometimes the grind of daily life can wear you down, and spending some time away is exactly what you need to reconnect with your partner. Believe it or not, traveling to New…

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Spice up your Valentine's Day
Relationships

Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day By Gifting the 5 Senses

The majority of couples I’ve met talk about Valentine’s Day as an unimportant or boring holiday, or they say, “We don’t do anything for Valentine’s Day.” Statistics show that 53% of women…

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Valentine's Day Gift
Dating & Engagement | Relationships

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Your Girl Will Love

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and you may find yourself eagerly looking forward to it, or you may be silently dreading it. Finding the perfect Valentine’s Day gift can be stressful. Do…

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Best Valentine's Day Gift
Dating & Engagement | Relationships

The Best Valentine’s Day Gift For The Man In Your Life

Whether you are in a new relationship, recently married, or have been married for many years, buying your significant other the best Valentine’s gift can be a tricky thing. This year, Americans…

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Luxe Couples Retreat
Dating & Engagement | Life | Relationships | Travel

Luxe Couples Retreat: What You Need To Know And Why You Need To Go

If you follow me on social media, you’ve likely heard me mention the Luxe Couples Retreat. I love hosting the Luxe Couples retreat twice a year and usually post lots of pics…

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toddler is melting down
Parenting | Stress

How To Keep Your Cool When Your Toddler Is Melting Down

I’ve heard being a parent is one of the most rewarding yet challenging endeavors in life you will ever go through. Babies are so sweet and cuddly, and then something happens when…

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welcome baby home
Parenting

Help Older Children Welcome Baby Home

Welcoming a new baby? Getting married, moving, and having children are all new and wonderful life events. As with anything new and exciting in life, these transitions require change. Let’s face it,…

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How to Prepare for Your First Child.
Parenting

How To Prepare For Your First Child

There are books, magazines, and websites everywhere that talk about getting prepared for parenting. With more than 4 million babies born in the US each year, the advice continues to grow. Some…

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baby's first traditions
Anxiety | Marriage | Parenting | Relationships | Stress

Baby’s First Traditions: Creating Meaningful Holidays As A New Family

As we get older, the magic of Christmas and the holidays can fade a bit. I recently read this interesting post that explains some of the reasons why that can happen.  However, you…

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Buy your partner the perfect gift
Dating & Engagement | Relationships

Holiday Gift Guide for Adults: Buy Your Partner the Perfect Gift

Christmas can often be one of the most exciting and highly anticipated days of the year. Unfortunately, with all that anticipation can come a lot of stress. In a relationship, buying your…

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newlywed's first holidays
Communication | Marriage | Relationships

The Newlywed’s First Holidays: A Guide to New Traditions

The holidays can bring joy and love, but also pose challenges for newlyweds. The newlyweds’ first holidays can be exciting and stressful. You may have learned to communicate through your differences, but…

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Gifts to Children
Finance | Parenting

Give More Meaningful Gifts To Children This Christmas

Oh The Joy! Picture it. It is Christmas morning. Mom and Dad have made their coffee. The kids are awake and full of anticipation. They rush into the living room, where the…

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Love Distance Love This Holiday
Communication | Relationships | Stress

Surviving Long Distance Love This Holiday

The joys of the season are upon us. The feeling of good tidings in the air, joyous carolers, holiday gatherings, yummy foods, and gifts for that special someone. Holidays are a time…

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family over the holidays
Conflict | Marriage | Relationships | Stress

How to Communicate with Your Family During the Holidays

Many of us have perfect visions of the holidays – love, traditions like football in the yard, turkey in the oven, the works. However, for some, the holidays can feel disappointing as…

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Dealing with in-laws
Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Marriage | Relationships | Stress

Dealing With In-Laws During The Holidays

Are you one of the lucky few who get along with your in-laws? Dr. Terri Apter, a psychologist at Cambridge University, recently wrote a book titled “What Do You Want from Me?:…

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blended family during the holidays
Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Parenting | Relationships | Stress

Create New Holiday Traditions As A Blended Family During The Holidays

Blending two families can be hard, no matter what season it is. According to the US Census Bureau, in 2011, there were over 1.3 million households in the United States with stepchildren. That’s…

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Comfort Zone
Relationships | Travel

Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone And Improve Your Relationship

Have you ever heard about how relationships go through “dry spells”? Or if you are in a relationship, have you ever experienced one of these times? The relationship may just feel kind…

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Travel Plans
Anxiety | Communication | Conflict | Relationships | Travel

When Your Travel Plans Sink: How To Keep Your Relationship Afloat

After months of saving money, working overtime, and being stuck in the daily grind, your relationship is finally getting the revival it needs. Your travel plans are carefully laid out for a…

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Making the Most of Your Vacation
Relationships | Stress | Travel

Making The Most Of Your Vacation, A How To

Have you ever put a lot of time and effort into planning a vacation and been so excited about it, only to arrive and something go wrong? You thought you were making…

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Sanibel and Captiva
Life

Sanibel and Captiva Vacation Guide: Favorite Spots for Your Best Getaway

When people hear I am from Florida, they often assume that I’m on a perpetual vacation at the beach. I wish that were true! Unfortunately, I’m so busy with life that I…

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Key West Vacation
Life | Relationships | Travel

Key West Vacation Guide: Favorite Spots For Your Best Getaway

Is daily life getting you down? Maybe you’re feeling extra tired and worn out from the daily grind, or maybe you just need some time away to reconnect with yourself or your…

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Making time for a vacation
Anxiety | Stress | Travel

Do Better At Making Time For A Vacation

There’s no denying that life is busy. Regardless of your status, your title, or your lifestyle, I don’t doubt you are busy. I’d also bet you’d love a vacation right now. If…

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At home date
Dating & Engagement | Marriage

At Home Date Night With Datebox

One of the most common complaints I hear from couples is that they feel disconnected and aren’t making their relationship a priority. While there are a lot of factors to consider in…

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Dating Your Spouse
Dating & Engagement | Marriage | Relationships

Datebox: Revive Your Marriage By Dating Your Spouse

If you have searched for marriage advice recently, you have probably come across the concept of dating your spouse. Research shows that continually dating your spouse after marriage is a great way…

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Apps for Coping
Anxiety | Life | Stress

Stressed? The Best 4 Apps For Coping

We all have routine stress that affects everyday life. Some stresses are easy to let roll off our backs, and others stick with us. Without positive coping strategies in place, our stress…

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Decision Fatigue
Anxiety | Life | Stress

Valuable Tips To Combat Decision Fatigue

Recently, a friend was sharing her experience of choosing the details for a new home. She described choosing the floors, the wall colors, the fixtures – everything in the home in a…

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physical and mental health
Anxiety | Life | Self Improvement | Stress

The Link Between Physical and Mental Health

A friend of mine was recently complaining about her shoulder hurting while we were having coffee one morning. When I asked how she was, she told me life was pretty good. She…

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Too Many Restless Nights? How to improve your sleep hygiene
Anxiety | Stress

Too Many Restless Nights? How To Improve Your Sleep Hygiene

Let’s be honest, most of us probably do not get enough sleep. Sometimes I can get caught up watching TV, reading, online shopping, or hanging out with my family, that suddenly I’ve…

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new baby
Communication | Conflict | Life | Marriage | Parenting | Relationships

How To Avoid The New Baby Blues In Your Relationship

Welcoming a new baby into the world is one of the greatest blessings and miracles couples experience. To many individuals and couples, having a baby is a dream come true. One that…

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boundaries for teenagers
Life | Parenting | Relationships | Stress

Why Healthy Boundaries Are So Important For Teenagers

Parenting a teenager may be one of the most difficult experiences that parents go through. Even if you aren’t a parent yet, you can probably look back and sympathize with your own…

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Communication with your teenager
Communication | Parenting

An Easy Guide To Honest Communication With Your Teenager

One of the most common things I hear from my teenage clients is – “I wish my parents would just listen,” “They do not understand,” “They still treat me like a little…

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blended family
Divorce | Marriage | Parenting | Relationships

Easy Tips For A Happy and Healthy Blended Family

Struggles with blending families and co-parenting are one of the most common issues we see amongst couples who are remarried or have step-children. Sometimes we even hear couples say their relationship is…

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time out during conflict
Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Marriage | Relationships

Why You Should Take A Time Out During Conflict

If you are a parent (and even if you’re not), it’s likely you know what a time-out is. What about for adults? When would that be appropriate? For some individuals, the need…

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cycle of codependency
Boundaries | Life | Relationships

Breaking The Cycle Of Codependency: Help For Codependents

If you have read the previous blog post, “Are You Codependent, 6 Ways to tell”, then you may have learned that codependency could be described as “using a relationship to fill a…

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Repair the Hurt
Communication | Conflict | Marriage | Relationships

Repair The Hurt: Repair The Relationship

I’m betting at some point in time, you’ve made a mistake and felt bad about it? If it’s a stranger, maybe you feel bad for a bit, but then shake it off…

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are you codependent
Boundaries | Relationships | Self Esteem | Self Improvement

Are You Codependent? 6 Ways To Tell

What is Codependency? Codependency is easily observed but difficult to define.  Codependency is going to excess to meet the needs of another while sacrificing your own. Codependent people often use a relationship…

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Divorce and Co-parenting
Conflict | Divorce | Parenting

Divorce And Co-Parenting: How To Protect Your Kids

Although every divorce situation is unique, I’ve never seen one in my years of doing therapy that I’d call easy. Even the most cordial couple going through a divorce experiences deep pain and…

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child about traumatic events
Anxiety | Communication | Parenting | Stress

How To Talk To Your Child About Traumatic Events

It seems that no matter where we turn, these days, there is a tragic event taking place. From natural disasters to mass shootings, these events can be difficult for adults to wrap…

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parenting with boundaries
Boundaries | Communication | Life | Parenting | Relationships | Stress

Parenting with Boundaries: Be The Best Parent Not The Best Friend

A good friend once told me that she and her daughter were best friends. She bragged that her daughter told her everything. I wondered in that moment if perhaps being the “best…

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parenting style
Communication | Marriage | Parenting | Relationships

What Kind Of Parent Are You?

If you’re a parent, then you know parenting is one of the most rewarding yet painstaking tasks ever. Children show us a love we’ve never known, they give us laughter and joy,…

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Premarital Education
Communication | Conflict | Dating & Engagement | Marriage | Relationships

Learn How To Have A Better Marriage Before You Say I Do

After getting engaged, it’s natural to have so many thoughts on your mind. There is excitement, planning, how to announce to family and friends, and spending time with your marriage with your…

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avoid conflict over money
Anxiety | Boundaries | Communication | Conflict | Finance | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Stress

Don’t Let Money Destroy Your Happily Ever After

Arguing about marriage money is common. Forbes published a study conducted by the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysis, citing that financial stress is the third leading cause of divorces.  This statistic is alarming,…

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how to offer a sincere apology
Communication | Conflict | Dating & Engagement | Marriage | Relationships

How to Offer A Sincere Apology in Six Steps

As a therapist and human being, there are a few things I know to be true about people in relationships. One is that we all need acceptance, love, and security.  The second…

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Manage Your Relationship Over Long Distance
Anxiety | Communication | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Stress

How To Be Far Apart Without Falling Apart

As a good friend of a military wife, I’ve seen her spend many periods away from her husband. I am all too familiar with the struggle of having to manage your relationship…

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Help someone with Anxiety
Anxiety | Communication | Relationships | Stress

Does Someone You Love Have Anxiety? 8 Ways To Help

Most of us know what anxiety feels like or have loved someone with anxiety. If you have anxiety, you know exactly what it feels like. If you think you’ve never experienced anxiety,…

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Give Forgiveness
Anxiety | Communication | Conflict | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Self Improvement

Learn How To Give Forgiveness And Be Forgiven

At some point in your life, it’s pretty much guaranteed you will experience conflict, hurt, or be let down by someone you care about. You will also hurt someone else or let…

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Life | Self Esteem

Boost Your Self-Esteem With These 4 Easy Tips

My teenage daughter recently discovered that she needed braces. The disappointment on her face spoke volumes as she started protesting, “I already have glasses now, I’m going to have BRACES?” Sadly, she…

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Importance of Coping Skills
Anxiety | Self Improvement

The Importance of Coping Skills, Why They Matter

As a therapist who works with a variety of populations and problems, different interventions and techniques work for different clients. However, there is one thing that works for everyone, no matter the…

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Cope with depression
Anxiety | Life | Relationships | Self Esteem | Stress

Learn How To Cope With Depression

Have you ever woken up and just felt like you were “in a funk?” Maybe you didn’t want to get out of bed, even if you slept well. You probably didn’t want…

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Mental Health Stigmas
Anxiety | Life | Relationships | Self Improvement | Stress

The Dangers Of Mental Health Stigmas and How You Can Help

Have you ever been in a room full of strangers and felt like everyone is staring at you or whispering about you? What if you found out that those people didn’t want…

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Talking About Suicide
Anxiety | Communication | Life | Relationships | Stress

It’s Time To Start Talking About Suicide

I distinctly remember the first time I heard about someone I knew who took their own life. I was in the 7th grade, and he went to my school. He was a…

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How To Stay In Control Of Your Wedding Plans With Grace
Communication | Dating & Engagement | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Stress

How To Stay In Control Of Your Wedding Plans With Grace

Congratulations, you are engaged! Now comes the fun part, where you get to plan your day to be exactly as you and your fiancé want it to go…or do you? As with…

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4 Ways To Avoid Letting Wedding Stress Get The Best Of You
Communication | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Stress

4 Ways To Avoid Letting Wedding Stress Get The Best Of You

Have you ever seen those romantic engagement photos or videos of creative proposals? They’re all over my social media—two people in love, diving into commitment for a happily ever after. Their posts…

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Ready To Marry - 4 Ways To Be Sure
Dating & Engagement | Marriage | Relationships

Ready To Marry? 4 Ways To Be Sure

I remember when I was in middle school, dreaming about the day I would get engaged and the perfect wedding I would have. When you’re 10, you don’t understand that getting engaged…

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Assumptions: Are You Really Seeing What You Think You Are?
Communication | Conflict | Life | Marriage | Relationships | Stress

Assumptions: Are You Really Seeing What You Think You Are?

You’d be surprised at how often I hear a client say, “I just assumed,” “I thought,” “I know how my partner is,” or “It’s so obvious.” These are key indicators that people…

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What You Need To Know About Nonverbal Communication And Your Relationship
Communication | Conflict | Marriage | Relationships

What You Need To Know About Nonverbal Cues And Your Relationship

Have you ever gotten the sense that someone is mad at you and they haven’t said a word? Or maybe you’ve felt terrified but thought you were hiding it, only for everyone…

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One Key To a Successful Relationship? Boundaries
Dating & Engagement | Marriage | Relationships

One Key To a Successful Relationship? Boundaries

As a therapist, one of the most common questions I’m asked is the secret to a good relationship. People want to know what they can do or say that will quickly and…

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Feeling Disconnected? What You Need To Understand About Your Partner
Communication | Conflict | Marriage | Relationships

Feeling Disconnected? What You Need To Understand About Your Partner

One of the biggest issues couples who come to therapy are experiencing is the inability to communicate effectively. Whether it be about kids, finances, in-laws, faith, or sex, if a couple is…

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parenting over the summer
Parenting | Relationships

How To Parent Like A Boss Over The Summer

As the days grow longer and warmer, our children begin to get more and more excited as they look forward to summer break! Who wouldn’t be excited about warm weather, fun activities, exciting…

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men and women seek intimacy in different ways
Communication | Marriage | Relationships | Sex

How To Experience Greater Intimacy In Your Relationship

What comes to mind when you hear the word intimacy? Some people think of sex. Others might think of intimacy as being emotionally close to someone – sharing feelings, having a deep…

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