Marriage advice: This simple piece of advice could save your relationship Sticks and Stones I once did a talk in a bookstore and noted that the phrase “Sticks and stones may break our bones but words will never hurt us” was inaccurate—thoughtless and cruel words can cause lasting damage, leaving emotional scars that fester long…
Dr. Linda Miles reviews the children’s book, Cry Heart, But Never Break and discusses what it teaches us about death, loss and grief. Do you feel numbed or overwhelmed with pain? Are you wondering how to deal with loss or grief? Are you afraid of facing your pain or grief, for fear of being swallowed…
Peace, joy, and gratitude – feelings we all wish for, but ones that can be hard to come by in our stressful world. When we’re bombarded with our own negative thoughts, it can make us feel as though we’re in a self-made prison of blame and judgments, making it feel impossible to relish the good…
Rebounding often has a negative connotation, but rebounding is not necessarily negative. Relationships may end making us better or bitter. Over three decades as a licensed and marriage and family therapist, I have watched many people end relationships and move on to make healthier choices. The definition of rebound refers to an object hitting a…
Do you discuss problems in your relationship with friends or family instead of with your partner? Do you often find yourself feeling or acting judgmental towards your partner? Do you allow negative feelings—about your partner or relationship—to fester, and discover that they are ignited or further fueled by conversations with friends and family? WHEN JEALOUSY…
Are you getting married? Or newly married? Have you wondered, “How do we remain the best of lovers and the best of friends after we’re married? Is it possible for us to stay in love for decades? Can our love last? Can we live our dreams and still live in reality?” The answer is yes,…
When you’re dating someone with anxiety you are in for a different experience than the norm. You’ll want to be prepared for what could come up. What should you be prepared for? Remember that those with anxiety disorders may have fears that you consider irrational. It is not helpful to argue with their logic because…
“The best way to capture moments is to pay attention. This is how we cultivate mindfulness. Mindfulness means being awake. It means knowing what you are doing.” –Jon Kabat-Zinn . . . Do you fear that you’re missing out on life? Are you waiting for something? To be loved? To be successful? To be happy?…
There’s nothing worse than getting deep into a relationship and then suddenly realizing that you’ve made a poor choice. Before you get into a committed relationship with someone new, it’s important to avoid some of the common mistakes. One of the biggest mistakes people make is becoming a “dopamine dope.” In the early stages of…
