To say we are living in an uncertain time would be an understatement. People deal with stress regularly — but the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated tension for almost everyone in various ways. Maybe you or your spouse lost their job. Or perhaps you’re getting used to working from home. Maybe someone in your family has […]
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Every couple argues. Even couples that feel satisfied and happy in their relationship argue from time to time. When arguing is done the right way, it can be healthy for your relationship. It allows you to work through things with your partner and resolve any underlying issues you might be dealing with. Unfortunately, arguing the
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Cyber-bullying has been an increasing problem in recent years, especially for kids and teens. If you pay attention to news stories or social media, you’ve undoubtedly heard about children who have been bullied online by classmates, peers, or even other teens they’ve never met in person. What happens when you find out that your teenager
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When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit, many of us thought we would deal with a “lockdown” for a few weeks, and life would return to normal. Looking back now, that idea seems laughable. Case numbers continue to spike across the country, and restrictions are still in place all over. Even though there is a light
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Every relationship has its ups and downs. This worldwide health crisis has created more pressure and stress for those in a committed relationship. For many, those in intimate relationships have struggled greatly. The good news is that the tools to help get you through the pandemic are not novel. These age-old tools have helped many
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The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on everyone. Few people are thrilled about the restrictions that have been put in place. From wearing masks to social distancing, it isn’t as though these precautions are always enjoyable. However, there tends to be a few varying schools of thought about how crucial they are. Some people are
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Having family dinner together every night might sound like some outdated cliche or something they only do on television. However, it’s more important than most people realize. People are busy nowadays. Plus, with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, you might already feel like you’re spending too much time together. You might think any extra
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Many couples who enter into counseling together may wonder, “Is this really going to work?” Are you and your partner one of those couples who are asking this question too? Understandably, you might question whether couples counseling will honestly be effective. You’ve probably heard plenty of stories from family or friends where counseling didn’t help save
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Deciding to go to couples counseling can be a scary step. After all, you know it will require that you involve an additional person in the struggles and frustrations of your most intimate relationships. You may wonder if a counselor can really help you navigate the difficulties of your life together. The situation feels even more
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The COVID-19 pandemic has put a strain on a lot of intimate relationships. Perhaps you’ve been stuck inside a small apartment together for months. Maybe you or your partner is an essential worker, and worrying about each other’s health is stressing you both. Or perhaps your household income has taken a severe hit. It’s hard
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