Relationship Deal-breakers

In the 37 years that I have been counseling couples, I have discovered that there are only a few issues that are true relationship deal-breakers. Many of the issues that tear relationships apart are not actual deal-breakers. Rather, most divorces and breakups are the result of one or both partner’s unwillingness to learn from the conflicts that exist in all primary relationships. But some conflicts and differences are actual deal-breakers.

Seven Steps To Heal A Broken Heart

When a relationship ends, you might think the world is over! But you can heal a broken heart and move on to better things. Here’s how to cope with breaking up….

To End or Not to End Your Relationship

Vanessa, 30 years old, is struggling with whether or not to end her six-year marriage. The answer is not at all clear to her.

Vanessa and Jon have a “good” marriage. They are kind and caring with each other. They enjoy many of the same things. So why is Vanessa in such turmoil over whether to stay or leave?

4 Steps to Help Heal a Broken Heart

This article offers tips on how to move past a bad relationship. Though a broken heart is hard to deal with, moving on with life is essential for healing. Broken hearts take time to be mended.

The Rebound: An Emotional Hazard

This article offers reasons why dating on the rebound is hardly ever a good idea. The best thing to do when getting over an ex is to take time to yourself to heal and become an individual person again.