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7 Uncommon Examples of a Victim Mindset in a Relationship

7 Uncommon Examples of a Victim Mindset in a Relationship

A victim mindset in a relationship can quietly grow in the background, shaping the way someone communicates, reacts, and connects. …
Calantha Quinlan

Approved By Grady Shumway

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 7  min read

7 Key Gender Differences in Communication Between Couples

7 Key Gender Differences in Communication Between Couples

Communication is at the heart of every couple’s bond. Sometimes it feels effortless, like you’re finishing each other’s sentences… other …
Kaida Hollister

Approved By Jennifer Schulz

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 8  min read

What Is Mansplaining in a Relationship? Causes & Solutions

What Is Mansplaining in a Relationship? Causes & Solutions

Sometimes it’s not what someone says, but how they say it, right? You’re sharing a thought or an experience, and …
Kaida Hollister

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Licensed Professional Counselor | 8  min read

Miss vs Ms: What’s the Difference and When Should You Use Each?

Miss vs Ms: What’s the Difference and When Should You Use Each?

Ever find yourself hesitating between “Miss” and “Ms”? It feels like such a small detail… but somehow, it matters. One …
Owen Kessler

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Licensed Professional Counselor | 8  min read

7 Reasons Jumping into Conclusions Is Harmful for a Relationship

7 Reasons Jumping into Conclusions Is Harmful for a Relationship

It’s so easy to let your mind run ahead of you, isn’t it? One small comment, a delayed text, a …
Dylan Banks

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Licensed Professional Counselor | 8  min read

What Are the 3 Hs in a Relationship? Hear, Hug, & Help

What Are the 3 Hs in a Relationship? Hear, Hug, & Help

What makes love feel safe, steady, and real? It’s not always the big declarations or perfectly timed words—it’s often the …
Dylan Banks

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Licensed Professional Counselor | 8  min read

What Is the Catharsis Effect & Its Impact on Relationships

What Is the Catharsis Effect & Its Impact on Relationships

Ever felt that strange relief after a good cry, a deep talk, or even yelling into a pillow?  That lightness …
Dylan Banks

Approved By Grady Shumway

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 10  min read

Difference Between Patronizing vs. Condescending​ Behavior

Difference Between Patronizing vs. Condescending​ Behavior

We’ve all had that moment—someone says something with a smile, but it still stings a little.  Maybe they explain something …
Callen Winslow

Approved By Grady Shumway

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 11  min read

What is Dry Begging? Signs & How to Respond

What is Dry Begging? Signs & How to Respond

We’ve all heard that awkward “I’d never ask, but…” tone—the one that makes you wonder if someone’s hinting without actually …
Owen Kessler

Approved By Christiana Njoku

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Licensed Professional Counselor | 9  min read

What Is Demand Avoidance in Relationships? Signs & Solutions

What Is Demand Avoidance in Relationships? Signs & Solutions

You ask your partner, “Can you help me with this one thing?”—and suddenly, their mood shifts. They pause, look away, …
Owen Kessler

By Owen Kessler

Marriage Therapy| 9  min read

7 Reasons Why Fexting Is Harmful for Your Relationship & Solutions to Overcome It

7 Reasons Why Fexting Is Harmful for Your Relationship & Solutions to Overcome It

We’ve all been there—typing out a frustrated message, hitting send, and waiting for a reply that somehow makes things worse. …
Kaida Hollister

Approved By Dionne Eleanor Reid

Coach| 8  min read

9 Signs Your Partner Is Using a Condescending Tone With You

9 Signs Your Partner Is Using a Condescending Tone With You

Some things are not said outright, but you feel them. A slight pause before a response, the way a sentence …
Dylan Banks

By Dylan Banks

Marriage Counseling & Divorce| 9  min read

Peacocking in Relationships: What It Means & How It Works

Peacocking in Relationships: What It Means & How It Works

Ever noticed your partner suddenly dressing sharper, talking louder, or acting extra charming when certain people are around?  Maybe they …
Dylan Banks

Approved By Jennifer Schulz

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 8  min read

The Triangle Trick of Flirting: What It Means & How It Works

The Triangle Trick of Flirting: What It Means & How It Works

“Flirting is like art—some get it, some don’t, and some create a masterpiece by accident.” Imagine locking eyes with someone …
Owen Kessler

Approved By Jennifer Schulz

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 6  min read

What Is Passive Aggressive in Relationships: Types & Impact

What Is Passive Aggressive in Relationships: Types & Impact

“I’m fine…” she says, with that half-smile you’ve seen before; he nods, pretending to believe it, but the air feels …
Owen Kessler

By Owen Kessler

Marriage Therapy| 10  min read

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