Oct 29, 2020
Guilt. Shame. Embarrassment. These are often the first few words that come to mind when we talk about affairs. What you might not know, however, is that affairs involve a complexity of emotions, including confusion, anxiety, and yes, even excitement.
Recognizing and processing what you’re feeling during an...
Oct 22, 2020
So, you’re in a monogamous relationship and you’ve been seeing someone outside of it. Or, perhaps you’ve found out that your partner has another relationship that you knew nothing about. The question remains the same: how do you talk about it?
For nonviolent communication specialist Joyce Swaving,...
Oct 15, 2020
The college degree, the 9-5 office job, the white picket fence, and, most importantly, the loving spouse and 2.5 children: once you’ve achieved these, you have it all! Or, do you?
Whether we’re aware of it or not, we’ve been taught that there’s a right way to do life—especially when it comes to our...
Oct 8, 2020
Think about the last time you were in a difficult situation. How did you maneuver it? Were you ultimately able to choose how to move forward? And most importantly: was the decision you made in your own best interest?
There’s a lot that goes into our decision-making process—probably more than we realize. When...
Oct 1, 2020
It’s that pivotal scene in the movie: The couple who has been at odds is about to consummate their passion and get into bed. Things are getting steamy, clothes are being thrown around, and then they’re under the sheets. But did anyone reach for protection? A condom? A dental dam? Anything?
With references to...