As the old saying goes, a leopard can’t change its spots. But, as human beings, we’re often inclined to give people two or three chances in life, even if they’ve wronged us in the past. That’s especially true for people we really care about. If you’ve ever been in a relationship (romantic or otherwise) with […]
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Becoming a parent changes you. You have a whole new life to consider, and someone else’s needs to think about — often before your own. Often, the identity shift that happens when you become a parent is a joyful thing. But, if you allow that shift to take over too much, you might start to
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What is High-Functioning Anxiety and How Can You Cope? Anxiety isn’t a one-size-fits-all issue. While it can be debilitating and all-consuming for some, other people dealing with anxiety are able to live relatively normal lives. You might be able to go to work, take care of your family, and get through your daily routine without
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Tips for Communicating with an Avoidant Partner Do you have a hard time fostering closeness in your relationship? Maybe it feels like your partner tries to avoid things like intimacy, vulnerable communication, and emotional closeness. If that’s the case, you might have an avoidant partner. Avoidance occurs so they don’t feel trapped or too dependent,
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Social media has its pros and cons for everyone. You’ve probably found yourself losing time to mindless scrolling more than once, or comparing yourself to an influencer or even a friend who posts perfect pictures. But, as an adult, it’s easier to look at those pros and cons and decide how much social media use
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Pregnancy can be an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your little one. But, there’s no denying it comes with some challenges, too. Your body will go through changes, and hormonal shifts can contribute to everything from strange cravings to feelings of fatigue. Unfortunately, pregnancy can also trigger anxiety. Whether you’re worried about
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It’s easy to think about grief and assume it only occurs when you experience the death of a loved one. But, grief is a normal response to any type of loss — including the loss of a marriage. No one gets married assuming that things aren’t going to work out. You believe you have such
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Conflict is a part of life. Everyone deals with it at some point, whether you’re arguing with a romantic partner, butting heads with a family member, or disagreeing with someone at work. Believe it or not, conflict can actually be a good thing. We’re not all meant to have the exact same ideas. But, conflict
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Relationships should always be considered partnerships. That doesn’t mean you both always have the same responsibilities and expectations. You’re likely to have different strengths and weaknesses, but the relationship itself is equal. Unfortunately, some relationships struggle with power differentials. One person might start to take over more than the other. That person might think they
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Trust is essential in a healthy relationship. Without it, you and your partner will have a very hard time communicating, showing vulnerability, or even confiding in each other. Maybe you have trust issues from a previous relationship that you’ve brought into this one. Or maybe you have a valid reason to be concerned about trusting
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