Let’s make this clear! Some people are not interested in being in a serious relationship and are happy as is. On the other hand there are some who question why they cannot seem to settle down after having been in … Read more
My boyfriend is a commitment-phobe because he does not want to get me pregnant
Have you ever heard of commitment phobia?
As the word suggests, commitment-phobe refers to someone who fears commitment. Specifically, it refers to someone who has a genuine fear of commitment, generally present when committing to relationships. This is related … Read more
Out of sight out of mind (can I maintain a long distance relationship) – Part 2 of 2
In the previous blog, we shared some ideas to help with long distance relationships such as communicating in different forms, surprising each other, talking about the future and sharing a hobby. In this blog we will share what NOT to … Read more
Out of sight out of mind (can I maintain a long distance relationship) – Part 1 of 2
A lot of couples nowadays are faced with the potential of a long distance relationship, whether it’s due to work or study, and long distance relationships can be tricky to navigate. In order to maintain a healthy long distance relationship, … Read more
After 5 years of marriage he still moves to his mum’s house during the hunting season…
Handling relationships with in-laws can be difficult especially in a small island like Malta where you do not have to travel for hours on end to meet your extended families. A husband moves in with his mum for a period … Read more
Why should I get married?
30 years ago, in Malta, marriage was the natural progression of many relationships. You meet at Sixth Form, at work or in Paceville and a couple of years and a house loan later you’ll be married. Large white weddings were … Read more
Tell me how you were loved and I’ll tell you how you love – Part 2 of 2
In the first part of this blog we said that our strong feelings of attraction and repulsion may arise from complicated experiences that we had when we were far too young to understand them, and which remain in the chambers … Read more
Tell me how you were loved and I’ll tell you how you love – Part 1 of 2
How do we choose the people we fall in love with? The romantic answer is that we are somehow naturally guided to look for people who will be a good match for us. We look for someone who is loving, … Read more
How can I commit to a relationship and stay true to myself?
Many would agree that being in love is a very special feeling. When a relationship is built on a solid foundation, it feels great to have someone to come home to and to be with someone you want to share … Read more
Why do breakups affect the way we think of ourselves – a CBT perspective
Breakups without a doubt leave an effect on the way we view ourselves. This is because there needs to be some sort of re-adjustment to the self post-breakup. The ‘self’ is determined by how others react to us, and how … Read more