Avoid Burnout, Set Boundaries

Avoid Burnout, Set Boundaries

Burnout is a common experience that many of us share. Some folks find that their burnout comes from the boundaries they are or are not setting within their daily lives, particularly within their work environments (Bruce, 2009). It is important to recognize your...
Conflict As A Catalyst For Growth

Conflict As A Catalyst For Growth

Conflict rarely feels good. Most of us avoid it at all costs. Others of us may decide to confront conflict head-on but leave damage in our wake. Regardless, when conflict occurs, disruptive and unsettling thoughts and emotions swirl in our minds and hearts. Our...
The Healing Power of Empathy in Relationships

The Healing Power of Empathy in Relationships

Learning how to have empathy for your partner or spouse is a great way to build closeness and trust. When someone empathizes with you, it leads to feeling accepted, connected, and understood. Empathy builds intimacy while a lack of empathy creates distance and...
Identifying Emotional Abuse

Identifying Emotional Abuse

Emotional abuse can occur in any relationship, including but not limited to family, friendships, professional and romantic relationships. Emotional abuse is difficult to define and even harder to notice. Emotional abuse involves insults, manipulation, yelling, control...