Trust is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship, whether it’s with a partner, friend, or even yourself. When trust is compromised, relationships suffer—and so does our self-concept. This week on the podcast, I explore how certain damaging behaviors can erode trust in our relationships and how, if we’re the ones engaging in these behaviors, it […]
In our journey through life, the people we surround ourselves with—our support system—play a significant role in our well-being and personal growth. While love, empathy, and encouragement are fundamental, there’s another key element that often gets overlooked: boundaries. Having people in our support system who maintain decent boundaries is essential for fostering healthy, balanced relationships. […]
You know that feeling when you’re walking on eggshells around someone? It’s not just about dodging conflict or tiptoeing around sensitive topics. It’s about giving up a piece of yourself to keep the peace. Let’s break it down. Imagine this: You’re in a relationship, whether it’s with a partner, a family member, or a friend. […]
Building and maintaining trust is crucial for the success of any relationship. I believe that all the other good stuff we want (and need) such as emotional safety, partnership, shared experiences and personal growth are ALL built upon it. One factor that can erode trust over time is avoidance. Avoidance, whether intentional or subconscious, has […]
Growing up in a family with ineffective conflict resolution strategies can leave deep imprints on our lives. As a counselor and a coach, I can back that statement up with countless stories of how and why this is true. Here are some key ways in which dysfunctional family conflict can shape our perception of conflict […]
Authenticity is the foundation of meaningful connections and healthy relationships, and something I talk a lot about on the show and write about for that reason. To foster trust and create emotional safety, it’s crucial to embrace the practice of owning your truth. Let’ delve into the importance of owning every aspect of who you […]
In our relationships, we often find ourselves deeply connected to others, emotionally invested in their lives, and willing to go above and beyond to support them. While fostering close connections is important, it’s equally crucial to recognize the costs of not detaching in relationships. Maintaining healthy boundaries and practicing detachment is essential for our well-being […]
When you talk to someone, it’s easy to keep it on the surface, to say you are “fine” and not reveal what is really going on. If that is a healthy, relatively safe person in front of you, why do you still find it hard to share what’s on the inside? Well as we’ve talked […]
I can’t tell you how many times when working with relationships I come across the dynamic where a passive man is with a partner who seems to be controlling and “angry”. What I have uncovered over the years is that the partner is exhausted from feeling as though they are the only one who initiates […]
From a very young age, society teaches men to avoid looking weak. It is said that by the time a young boy of five or six years old reaches the playground, he will probably experience some sort of shaming if he cries or asks for help. Signs of “weakness” are crying, complaining, expressing fears, or […]
