What makes a successful relationship? Is it being so compatible as partners that there is no conflict? Not only does it sound unrealistic but science also disagrees. Conflict is a natural part of all relationships. What matters is the way … Read more
Error 404: No efficient Communication has been found
How many times did you wish communication with others would be easier? How many times did you feel like your message got misunderstood or “lost in the translation”? How many times have you been “listening” to someone without really paying … Read more
My Wife Won’t Talk About Money
The saying goes: “Money is the root of all evil”. Although this does not always hold true as its importance cannot be disregarded, it still is a cause of conflict in many marriages. There is an added burden if the … Read more
How being too independent can affect your relationship
From a young age we are taught to be independent and not rely on others for help. This is because being independent is a strength, which allows you to take care of yourself. Being independent does serve us well as … Read more
My partner and I would like to try out polyamory
Polyamory, or consensual non-monogamy has been becoming more popular in recent years. Polyamory is a relationship dynamic that allows the intimate, sexual, and/ or romantic aspect to be shared among multiple partners. A number of couples are interested in the … Read more
Toxic relationships
Relationships can be wonderful; they relieve loneliness, gives one satisfaction and creates this bond which one shares with the other. Nevertheless, all relationships have their rough patches where the couples argue and disagree, thus it is important to recognise a … Read more
Four Unwelcome Horsemen in Relationships – Part 1
What would your reaction be if you were told that it is possible to predict the fate of your relationship? John Gottman, one of the most renowned relationship researchers of our time, is able to predict the divorce rate of … Read more
Couples Therapy: our End or our Beginning?
Relationship life. Not only butterflies right? Nowadays, more and more people around the world feel comfortable reaching out for professional help when it comes to their relationship concerns. Want some statistics? Research shows that couple therapy positively impacts 70% of … Read more
4 ways cohabitation might change your relationship: what to look out for
Although many people used to associate cohabitation with marriage, nowadays things have changed radically. More and more people who are in a relationship decide to move in together before marriage, or without ever formalising their union. For example, according to … Read more
Dating in Times of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed our daily human interactions. To what degree have social distancing and restrictive measures affected our interpersonal communication, such as face-to-face interaction and dating?
Going through lockdowns has kept some couples apart, which resulted in … Read more