Richard Nicastro, Phd, explores some of the obstacles to forgiveness in intimate relationships; shame, guilt and fear. Imagine this scenario: Your spouse/partner has wounded you in some way. S/he has now expressed what...
Category - Relationships
Richard Nicastro, PhD
Help for High-Conflict Couples
Having a healthy, loving and connected relationship is one of the most rewarding experiences. Couples often start out in a good place and can’t imagine things going awry. The biologically necessary attachment...
Lisa Brookes Kift, MFT
Happy 2024, I Have a Few Things for You
2023 was quite a year. There were definitely some challenges but my hope for you is that you are finding some inspiration and optimism for the New Year. LoveAndlLifeToolbox.com was about experimentation and change in...
Rock Solid Marriage
If you’re married, you’ve probably figured out that marriage isn’t always easy. And it’s not supposed to be. Like anything, time comes with changes; shifts within the individual, relationship...
Whether Single or in a Relationship, Flirting is Good For Your Health
If you are single or in a relationship, it is paramount that you know how to flirt. It not only improves your relationships with others, it also improves your physical and emotional health. A prerequisite to the...
Joy Nordenstrom, CMM, MBA
5 Steps to Create Positive Change in Your Relationship
Marriage and/or long-term intimate relationships have the potential to be incredibly rewarding and people generally do the best they can with what they know. Couples can generally do well over time but many hit...
Too Independent in Your Relationship?
Jennifer Chappell Marsh, MFT explores independence vs interdependence in relationships and what secure attachment looks like.
Is Your Relationship in Red Alert?
The most dangerous relationship threats aren’t always the most visible; like a pattern of high conflict, lack of kindness or disrespect. Those are clearly problematic signs that need attention but the behaviors...
Men Who Chase Shadows: Secrets, Lies and Acting Out
“Why did I do it? I love my wife, I have so much to lose, why?!” Many of the men I work with are seeking answers to questions like the one above. They’ve acted in ways they later regret and, at some point, they had to...
10 Characteristics of Successful Relationships
People seek couples counseling to change something that is not working for them in their relationship. Often there are a number of issues and perceived differently. The problems can include poor communication, lack of...
