Temperaments In Relationships
A temperament is that part of your personality that interacts with information in the world. You might also call it your ‘world view’. It is the way you think, the…
Resolving resentment and bitterness in long-term relationships
Long-term relationships are beautiful, and can be an adventure for both parties. However, they can also harbour hidden resentments and bitterness. These negative emotions can erode the foundation of love…
Effective Conflict Management in Relationships
Conflict is an unavoidable part of any relationship. The presence of conflict is not what threatens a relationship per se, rather how the conflict is managed. When disagreements are approached…
Relationship building skill sets – ACTIVE LISTENING
In my line of work as a marriage and family therapist, one of the things that I often witness is couples is the struggle to communicate effectively. Being able to…
The Four Horsemen of Relationships
We often hear about the four horsemen of the apocalypse. But have you heard about ‘The Four Horsemen of Relationships’? These are intricate dynamics of relationships, which specifically focus on…
RELATIONAL TRAUMA
Happy new year, dear readers! We are grateful for another year, a fresh start filled with many possibilities. Have you heard of ‘Relational trauma’? This is a term describes the…
THE PAIN IN HEALING
As Jessy walked into my office, she expressed a mix of anxiety and anticipation. At the age of 32, she was finally addressing the deep-seated childhood trauma that had haunted…
Dear Younger Me…
Dear younger me…..(pause) What do I tell her? What do I tell the bright-eyed girl back in the village, whose unforgiving life experiences denied her a chance to truly enjoy…
THE SILENT STRUGGLE
The Silent Struggle: Unveiling the Importance of Mental Health for Men. In a world where stoicism and resilience are often glorified, men face unique challenges when it comes to their…
FROM RAGE TO RESTRAINT
Jude was what I’d call a ‘silent follower’ of my online content. He messaged me on Facebook one Sunday afternoon. He’d had a particularly intense anger outburst that had caused…