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Why We Fight the Same Fight: The Truth About the Protest Polka
Relationships can be wonderful, but they can also be tough. Sometimes, couples who love each other still end up stuck in painful cycles of arguing, silence, or distance. Dr. Sue Johnson, a leading psychologist, calls these negative cycles “Demon Dialogues.” They aren’t about one partner being “bad” or “wrong.” Instead, they’re unhealthy patterns that couples fall into when they feel hurt, unheard, or disconnected.
Sakshi Kaur
Jul 314 min read


“We’re Not Really Fighting About Dishes: The Truth About Emotional Disconnection”
“We are never so vulnerable as when we love.” – Sigmund Freud
Have you ever had a big fight with someone you care about and thought, “Why did that even happen?” Maybe it started with something small, like a forgotten text or a joke that hurt. But suddenly, things got loud or cold, and both people walked away upset.
You’re not alone. Most couples argue about little things. But under those fights is something much deeper: a fear of losing love.
This blog will explain wha
Sakshi Kaur
Jul 254 min read


Friends Don’t Fight (Forever): Handling Resistance the Right Way
Everyone has disagreements sometimes. Maybe you fight with your parents about chores, argue with friends over games, or feel frustrated when someone says “no” to you. Conflict is a normal part of life, but it can be stressful and hurtful if we don’t handle it well.
Sakshi Kaur
Jul 185 min read


Growing Stronger Together: How to Build Trust in Relationships
Trust is what makes friendships and family bonds strong. It means you believe someone will be honest, kind, and keep their promises. When you trust someone, you feel safe to share your thoughts and feelings. But trust isn’t something that just happens. It needs to be built carefully, like stacking blocks one by one. Without trust, relationships can feel scary, tense, or fake.
Sakshi Kaur
Jul 185 min read


Speak Up Without Drama: Mastering Healthy Communication with DBT
Communication shapes every part of our lives. The way we talk, listen, and respond affects our friendships, family ties, romantic relationships, and work life. But many of us never really learn how to communicate well. Instead, we might swing between shutting down, lashing out, or giving in just to keep the peace. These patterns can leave us feeling unheard, frustrated, or disconnected from people we care about.
Sakshi Kaur
Jul 115 min read


Talk It Out: How DBT Helps You Build Stronger, Healthier Relationships
Good relationships make life richer. Whether it is with friends, family, coworkers, or a partner, most of us want to feel understood, respected, and connected. But let us be honest, getting along with people is not always easy. Sometimes you say yes when you really want to say no. Sometimes you stay quiet just to avoid conflict. Or you might get so angry you push people away even when you do not want to. These habits can leave you feeling frustrated, lonely, or like no one re
Sakshi Kaur
Jul 115 min read


How Couples Can De-escalate Conflict and Build Emotional Safety
Relationships are complex, and conflict is inevitable. Every couple, no matter how harmonious their bond may be, will eventually face...
amandazhi2008
Jan 145 min read


Recognizing Your Impact on Your Partner: Understanding Emotional Patterns in Relationships
Relationships, while deeply fulfilling, often come with their own set of challenges. One of the most common yet often overlooked...
amandazhi2008
Jan 125 min read


Emotionally Focused Family Therapy: Building Stronger Bonds
Family life can be challenging, especially when communication breaks down or there are emotional struggles that no one seems to...
amandazhi2008
Dec 9, 20246 min read


Exploring Experiential Techniques in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy: Building Deeper Connections
Parenting is one of the most rewarding roles in life, but it can also be overwhelming and challenging. As parents, we want to nurture our...
amandazhi2008
Dec 6, 20245 min read


The Path to Connection: Stages of Emotionally Focused Family Therapy
Parenting can be challenging, especially when it feels like there’s a wall between you and your child. Emotional Focused Family Therapy...
amandazhi2008
Nov 29, 20245 min read


Healing Family Connections: Integrating Attachment Theory in Therapeutic Practice
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) has become a popular approach for helping couples strengthen their relationships by focusing on...
amandazhi2008
Nov 21, 20245 min read


Consolidating Connection: How to Rebuild and Strengthen Relationships Through Trust and Vulnerability
Have you ever wondered what happens when you and someone close to you start growing apart? Maybe you start to feel like you’re not as...
amandazhi2008
Nov 20, 20245 min read


Restoring Family Bonds In Emotionally Focused Family Therapy
Family therapy is a way to help families improve their relationships and work through problems together. One type of therapy that is...
amandazhi2008
Nov 19, 20245 min read


Stabilizing Relationships: Effective Processes and Interventions for Couples
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) , a leading couples therapy model developed by Dr. Susan Johnson, is grounded in the principles of...
amandazhi2008
Nov 7, 20245 min read


Opening the Door: The Journey of Your First Couples Therapy Experience
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a powerful approach that helps couples strengthen their emotional bonds and navigate conflicts....
amandazhi2008
Nov 5, 20245 min read


Healing Hearts: How Attachment Theory Guides Couples to Lasting Solutions
Relationships can be complex and sometimes challenging, especially when we consider how we connect with others. One key concept in...
amandazhi2008
Nov 1, 20244 min read


Connecting Through Care: An Emotionally Focused Attachment Therapy
In the journey of romantic relationships, many couples find themselves caught in negative cycles—patterns of interaction that lead to...
amandazhi2008
Oct 29, 20244 min read


Building Bonds: Exploring Attachment in Individual Therapy
Attachment in individual therapy plays a crucial role in fostering emotional security. The therapeutic relationship is seen as a mirror...
amandazhi2008
Oct 17, 20245 min read


Assurance in Relationships
An integral element in fostering robust relationships involves cultivating trustworthiness and aligning oneself with individuals who...
Winky Zhou
Dec 1, 20234 min read
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