Prepare Your Relationship for Marriage
Humans were created to be together. Science says that physically, mentally and emotionally, we thrive when we are in a healthy and secure relationship. So why are we breaking up and getting divorced at high rates?
Coping - The Basics
Commonly we spend our energy trying to avoid or react to these unwanted feelings, thoughts, memories, urges or sensations that we get stuck or life gets worse.
This Practice is Fundamental to Knowing Yourself
The biggest bully is the one who lives inside of us. That bully is quick to judge, be mean and keep you stuck. It’s says things to you like...
Heros Are Humans Too: Suicide Prevention and Postvention for First Responders
Last month I was asked on Fox 4 to speak about suicide rates related to first-responders. I thought I’d share some of my findings in this blog post.
My Mental Health as a Mother; Ask Me How I’m Really Feeling
No one is immune to the symptoms of mental health disorders. Not even moms or trained mental health professionals.
Dear Winter, Go Away! 3 Tips on Managing the Winter Blues
Don’t worry, it’s not just you. Winter in KC has felt relentless.
How to Increase Your Intimacy
I’m a big fan of sex. Sex can be awesome and amplify your relationship. This article is not about sex, but if that’s what you thought, then you’re not alone. Often times when I ask couples about their intimacy, they hear “how’s your sex life?”
The Most Important Step You Need to Make a Change
“That’s life: starting over, one breath at a time.” – Sharon Salzberg
3 Things To Reduce Stress In Your Relationship
Relationships don’t only fail because of finances or infidelity, oftentimes they fail because of ineffective communication.