In relationships it is important for each partner to be emotionally engaged. When one of the partners is not emotionally engaged, it can be hard to make the relationship work. When you are able to have a deep discussion with someone and feel like you are being heard, things in life will seem so much better. If you feel that your partner is not emotionally engaged there are few thing you can do, according to Barton Goldsmith Ph.D.
Top 10 Reasons Relationships Fail
Relationships take a lot of hard work from both people involved. If one person is giving more than the other, or one has stronger feelings than the other, the relationship can get a little messy. Preston Ni M.S.B.A., a contributor writer for Psychology Today has a list of 10 reasons why relationships fail.
The Pros and Cons of Private Practice Addiction Treatment
There are many ways to get addiction treatment, depending up on the length of substance use, drug of choice, severity of the addiction, physical health, and any presence of mental illness. Yet, regardless of these factors, one of the most significant factors in successfully bringing an addiction to an end is having support. Attempting to quit on your own is not only dangerous; it's ineffective.
Woman's Powerful Video Shows the Devastating Reality of Domestic Violence
Earlier this week, Emma Murphy from Dublin, Ireland released a video revealing that she has been a victim of domestic violence. In the video you can clearly see that she has a black eye. Domestic violence is a huge problem, not only in the United States but all around the world. When women or men are victims of domestic violence they are usually afraid to speak up, in fear that the one who harmed them will hurt them again. In the video, Murphy says, "You need to find the courage and get away from anything that's as unhealthy as violence."
5 Steps for Managing Your Emotional Triggers
Every human experiences various types of emotions. You can feel happy, sad, or angry. Especially with anger, we can let the anger get out of control for no reason. Some people even have anger management issues. Marcia Reynolds Psy.D., a contributor writer for Psychology Today, has 5 steps to help you manage your emotional triggers.
13 Signs Your Partner Lacks Emotional Intelligence
One important thing to make a relationship work, is when both people have emotional intelligence. When on person lacks emotional intelligence it can make the relationship a little harder. Ronald E. Riggio Ph.D., a contributor writer for the Huffington Post has a list of 13 signs your partner lacks emotional intelligence.
Finding the Courage to Be Yourself in Relationships
For recovering addicts, relationships can be one of the most challenging areas of life. It’s where we might feel the most vulnerable, uncomfortable, or emotionally weak. Relationships tend to trigger us in ways that other areas of life don’t. And this is especially true for those who have struggled with an addiction in the past.
5 Things You Need to Hear When You are Feeling Stuck
At some point in our lives there may be a point were we just feel stuck. We may feel stuck in a job, school, or even a relationship. When you feel stuck, you can sometimes feel hopeless, and feel that there it no way out. Alanna Gillis, a contributor writer for the Huffington Post, says there are 5 things she needs to hear when she is feeling stuck.
4 Things You Should Never Do During an Argument
In almost ever relationship you have with a person, whether it be a romantic relationship, a friendship, or a family member, you will almost always encounter an argument. There are mature ways to handling arguments. According to Amie M. Gordon PhD, there are four things you should never do during argument.
10 Ways to Combat Your Stress in Under a Minute
When we have to much stress, it can sometimes effect our daily activities. When it comes to stress, some people may recommend some ways that can help you relax. However, some of these ways may take 30 minutes to an hour to complete. Luckily there are 10 things you can do to help your stress in under a minute.