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When Blame Becomes a Cycle in Your Relationship Have you ever found yourself caught in a never-ending loop of arguments, always pointing the finger at your spouse? Maybe you feel justified, after all, they’ve done things that have hurt you. But constantly blaming them for every conflict can leave both of you feeling stuck, misunderstood,…

When Blame Becomes a Cycle in Your Relationship Have you ever found yourself caught in a never-ending loop of arguments, always pointing the finger at your spouse? Maybe you feel justified, after all, they’ve done things that have hurt you. But constantly blaming them for every conflict can leave both of you feeling stuck, misunderstood,…

You Don’t Have to Carry the Weight Alone Letting go of someone you once loved is one of the hardest things you may ever face. You might feel like your heart is shattered, your mind swirling with memories of what once was. The loss, whether it was your decision or theirs, leaves a hole that…

Do you ever wonder why the same conflicts keep showing up in your relationships? The truth is, that lasting change begins within-specifically with self-awareness.  I hate to admit this but I lacked so much self-awareness for many years in my marriage and during our marriage crisis, I blamed my husband for a lot of things.…

It’s easy to think that kids don’t notice much about your marriage. After all, they’re busy with school, friends, and hobbies. But in truth, little eyes are always watching, absorbing more than you may realize. Your marriage is one of the most powerful influences on your children’s lives, and it teaches them lessons that shape…

Different doesn’t mean wrong.   Why do we get stuck into the trap of thinking our spouses should just know… Or why do we expect them to think and respond just like us? I mean, we’ve been married for 20 years so shouldn’t we be on the same page about everything?  No, just because I…

Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of repetitive arguments with your spouse? It’s a common scenario: you both enter the conversation armed with defenses, each convinced of your own rightness and the other’s fault. The outcome is always unsatisfying: You might sweep the issue under the rug, pretending it doesn’t exist. Perhaps you…

Marriage brings comfort, but sometimes that comfort leads to complacency. Over time, you might have let certain areas of your life slide. This can be a major reason why your spouse isn’t as attracted to you anymore. Often, it is our behavior above all else that becomes the most unattractive part in a broken relationship.…

Defensiveness, often a reflex, will damage relationships, sneaking in and wreaking havoc before you even realize what’s happened. What Is Defensive Behavior in Relationships? Defensive behavior is a knee-jerk reaction intended to protect oneself from perceived criticism, attack, or vulnerability. But when these shields go up, they block the warmth, empathy, and understanding necessary for…

Have you ever felt like you’re your own biggest obstacle? Last year, I stumbled upon a transformative read by Gary John Bishop – “Grow Up: Becoming the Parent Your Kids Deserve”. Despite its title, it’s not just for parents; it’s a wake-up call for anyone stuck in the blame game. Blame keeps us tethered to…

A New Chapter After Divorce Life after divorce-a moment filled with both uncertainty and boundless potential. Yes, your heart may be broken now, but each step forward is a step toward rediscovering yourself and rebuilding a life filled with hope and grace. Take each day one day at a time, give yourself grace, and embrace…

Contempt isn’t just a word; it’s a silent assassin in relationships. When it seeps into conversations with your spouse,  it brings a destructive force that can be more devastating than overt hostility. In this blog post, we’ll unravel the meaning of contemptuous behavior, and provide insights on repairing the deep rifts it creates in relationships.…

In the fast-paced hustle of life, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily routines and forget what truly matters. But sometimes, life throws us a curveball that shakes us to our core and forces us to reevaluate everything. For one parent, that moment of reckoning came in the form of a…