Columbus, OH

Only 10% of the hundreds of couples I’ve treated in Couples Counseling were willing and able to develop emotional intimacy. Most people find it to be too messy. One operational definition of emotional intimacy might be the unity created by two committed and unique individuals. The messy challenge is to honor your individuality while attending to the couple's unity. Let’s look at four levels of messiness and how to clean them up.

Challenges of Emotional Intimacy

If feelings were responded to with dismissiveness, criticism, or anger, it may feel unsafe to express them. Holding things in may be a misguided attempt to protect from the threat of rejection. Learning to identify and validate your own emotions are the first steps in learning to break this pattern.

Why You Hold Things In, and How to Stop

It is a common belief that distance makes the heart grow fonder. Whether it's true or not varies from relationship to relationship. While some people might feel that they've grown closer while being apart, others feel that distance leads to fading emotions. However, a woman believes that men need to stay apart from their partners to fall in love. Amanda Jeanne—who goes by @.amandajeanne on TikTok—posted a video expressing her belief that this couldn't have been more true.

Woman believes that men actually need to stay apart from their partners to fall in love

A double bind describes a situation in which a person receives conflicting messages. There may be times when your body language doesn’t quite seem to align with what you're saying. It's important to be aware of your body language and remember that you're always communicating. The content of the...

Breaking Down Our Messages

The Mirror US

A woman doesn't know how she can be the maid of honor in her best friend's wedding to her brother. She revealed she's in love with the bride too.

‘My best friend is marrying my brother – I don’t want to go because I’m in love with her too’

Winning an argument is about reaching a resolution that respects both sides. The phrase "part of me" acknowledges the complexity of the issue and shows empathy. Showing you're willing to consider an alternate viewpoint makes others more receptive to your arguments. Arguments are a part of life, and navigating them...

3 Words to Win Any Argument

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Elder women are at risk of being cheated on dating sites. The suitor's profiles and photos are created and maintained by scammers. Block the scammer and start looking for a normal person. Sorry to break it to you, but that guy you met online, the one you fell in love...

To Elder Women Seeking Men on Dating Sites, Beware

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

You listen to their facts. INTPs love learning and their love language is basically sharing their vast knowledge with others. However, most people allow their facts to sail right past them, so actually paying attention to how Macedonia’s socioeconomic landscape effects the rest of the world will earn the INTP’s undying devotion.

Little Things That Make Them Fall In Love With You, Based On Their Myers-Briggs Type

There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

I have seen so many horrible ways dogs are treated by neglectful owners, but there are still some that shock me even to this day. It’s almost impossible to imagine how someone could be so cruel to a pup who has never done anything to deserve such cruelty. Yuki,...

Sweet Dog Who Spent Her Entire Life In A Small Cage Finally Learns What Love Feels Like

In December 2022, 25-year-old Carson was excited about starting a new job and moving out of state after finishing her graduate degree. She had also agreed to be a bridesmaid in a close friend's wedding. But when the bridal party started planning a long weekend bachelorette trip, Carson had to...

'I realized she was gonna hold that grudge forever': Over 20% of Americans have ended a friendship over money

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Being called by an ex’s name can be a jarring and painful experience. It can make you question your partner’s feelings and loyalty, leading to a mix of emotions including anger, sadness, and confusion. However, how you react in this moment is crucial to maintaining the health of your relationship. This article will guide you through understanding why this might happen, how to address the situation calmly, and how to move forward together.

What to do when your lover calls you by an ex’s name

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Kratom, a drug sold at U.S. gas stations and on the internet, has some serious risks and has caused deaths. Kratom alkaloids differ from heroin as they have opioid plus serotonergic, adrenergic, and other effects. Scientists are trying to separate the constituents of Mitragyna speciosa Korth leaves to find new...

What We Know About Kratom

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Huntsville, AL

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Keke Jabbar has passed away at age 42, according to her family. News of the Love & Marriage: Huntsville star’s death reached social media platforms on Tuesday (July 2). She is survived by her husband of nearly 17 years, Ameen Jabbar. The couple tied the knot in December 2007, per Sportskeeda. They share three children: [...]
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Love & Marriage: Huntsville Star Keke Jabbar Passes Away

The overuse of clinical terms in everyday relationships doesn't help with common relationship problems. To improve a relationship, stop taking offence at small things or labelling partners with clinical terms. The basic rule is that you need to give what you want in return. If you want compassion, be compassionate.

Too Much Therapy-Speak Can Ruin Your Relationship

Mutual support: partners provide emotional, practical, and spiritual nourishment. Shared decision-making: collaborative problem-solving reflects mutual respect. Emotional intimacy: vulnerability deepens emotional connections between individuals. While independence is often championed as a hallmark of strength and autonomy, its excessive pursuit can sometimes lead to isolation and detachment. Conversely, codependence can result...

Interdependence: The Key to Healthy Relationships

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Can New Love Heal a Past Heartbreak?

No new relationship, no matter how wonderful, can or should fix something it didn’t break. It is natural to seek what feels familiar to you, but...

Can New Love Heal a Past Heartbreak?

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