Have you ever felt a quiet ache when your partner reaches for you—and all you want is space?
Or maybe you’re the one reaching out. Are you wondering why your partner doesn’t meet you there anymore?
If you’re sitting with the tension of mismatched desire, let’s pause here together.
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Continue readingWe talk a lot about love, passion, communication. But not nearly enough about the quiet force that holds it all together: reliability.
In any intimate relationship, reliability isn’t just a bonus. It’s the bedrock. It builds emotional safety, strengthens trust in couples, and creates the kind of … Read the rest
Continue readingIt usually doesn’t happen all at once.
You stop reaching for each other in the morning. You skip the kiss goodbye. You start talking more about schedules and tasks than anything meaningful. You sit side by side on the couch, but you haven’t actually touched in days.
Somewhere in the … Read the rest
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Family dynamics can be incredibly complex, shaped by years of shared experiences, emotions, and unspoken rules. As parents, the instinct to protect our children from pain and step in to fix problems is natural. However, sometimes the most loving thing we can do is set boundaries and let go, … Read the rest
Continue readingInfidelity isn’t just a break in the relationship—it’s a break in reality.
If you’ve been betrayed by someone you loved and trusted most, you know this already. It doesn’t just hurt—it disorients. The floor drops out from under you, and suddenly, nothing feels safe. The rules you believed in, … Read the rest
Understanding conflict-avoidant dishonesty, nervous system survival, and the slow path back to truth
“I didn’t tell you because I didn’t want to upset you.”
“It wasn’t a big deal—I didn’t think I needed to say anything.”
“I just didn’t want to fight.”
These are some of the most common forms … Read the rest
Continue readingby Katherine Jewett, LMFT
Gaslighting is a subtle yet deeply damaging form of emotional manipulation that can make you question your own thoughts, feelings, and even reality. If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing your memories, wondering if you’re “too sensitive,” or feeling like you’re always the one to blame, you … Read the rest
Continue readingConflict is an inevitable part of any marriage. Two people, each with their own needs, values, and perspectives, are bound to disagree at times. While it may seem easier to avoid conflict and “keep the peace,” doing so can come with hidden costs that gradually erode the foundation of a … Read the rest
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Relationships are the cornerstone of our emotional well-being, yet they can also be a source of frustration and pain when we feel disconnected from our partners. Emotional disconnect often sneaks up on couples, manifesting as a pattern of one partner over-functioning while the other withdraws. This dynamic can leave … Read the rest
Continue readingIf you’ve gone through a divorce, you’re not alone. According to statistics published by Forbes, about half of first marriages end in divorce, and divorce rates are even higher in second and third marriages.
It’s important to not rush back into dating after a divorce. Separating from your spouse can … Read the rest
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