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5 Questions to Ask On a First Date

Building relationships relies on solid communication practices that many of us must develop over time. Not only do we develop our own communication skills, but we also learn about how to best communicate with our particular partner. This begins on the very first date, when we have the opportunity to start learning about our partner’s innerworkings.

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The Power of Self-Regulating

There are a lot of misconceptions that we tell ourselves about the control we have over our thoughts. We sometimes get caught up in the idea that we don’t have control over our thoughts. Or worse, we start to shame ourselves for the thoughts that naturally come into our heads unprovoked.

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The Power of Validating Your Partner

Life is so complex; it’s amazing our brains have the ability to collect, store and analyze information in the ways they do, let alone processing the endless possible perspectives that exist in the world. When we think about the reality of a situation, especially those affecting our relationships, it’s vitally important to remember that our understanding and experience is unique to us.

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Mental Health Tips for Parents with Special Needs Children

One of the hardest things we face as parents is the fact that our children are not immune to the hardships of the world. As much as we aim to protect them and guide them, some forms of illness and injury cannot be avoided. When these affect our children, we want to do everything in our power to heal them with love and make them feel better, but too often we are left with heartache in spite of our efforts.

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Learning to Trust After Trauma

Trust and trauma: the two big T's of mental health. When we experience trauma, not only does it hinder our ability to trust those we feel have wronged us, it also leaves a lasting impression on our memories. It's surprisingly common to experience triggers involving past trauma, and exposing ourselves to our triggers can cause fear, anxiety, or depression.

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How to Save a Sexless Marriage

Here’s a hint: it takes more than lighting a few candles and popping on some jazz music. In fact, it requires more talking than actual sex. We sometimes want to force ourselves into intimacy, thinking that if we get into it then we’ll get more in the mood. But the truth is that many couples stop having sex when more serious problems present themselves in other areas of the relationship.

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