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Forgiveness can be a challenging concept, especially when we’ve been hurt deeply by someone we trusted. It’s normal to worry that by forgiving them, we’re essentially telling them that their behavior was okay. It can feel like we’re giving them a free pass and leaving ourselves vulnerable to being hurt again.
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It is important to identify and label emotions because it allows us to better understand and communicate our own feelings, as well as empathize with others. Labeling our emotions can help us regulate them more effectively.
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Mental health issues can have a significant impact on your marriage. They can affect your communication, intimacy, and overall sense of connection with your partner. While it can be difficult to confront mental health issues, seeking help can improve your relationship and quality of life. In this article, we’ll explore the impact of mental health issues on marriage and how to seek help.
Mental health issues can manifest in a variety of ways and affect different aspects of your marriage. Here are a few common examples:
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One of the most important aspects of any relationship is understanding and managing your emotions. This is especially true in romantic relationships, where emotions can run high and significantly impact the level of connection you both feel.
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The purpose of family vacations is to strengthen relationships. It’s not to see the world, check off items on your bucket list, or complete additional certification. The purpose of family vacations is to strengthen relationships. Sometimes I forget this. Sometimes I think the purpose of the hike is to get to the top–regardless of who is tired or complaining. Or the purpose of being at Disney World is to ride all the rides and stay as late as possible–even though the kids are falling apart. Or the purpose of going to a museum is to actually see the exhibits rather than stay in the children’s area. But as much as I don’t like to admit it, when I think that way, I am wrong. The purpose of the hike is to strengthen relationships–regardless of how far up the mountain we climb. The purpose of going to Disney World is to strengthen relationships. The purpose of going to the museum is to strengthen relationships.
Several years ago, a prominent politician made the comment that he would not eat alone with a woman other than his wife. Some people were offended–claiming that statement and behavior degraded women. Others stated his behavior was archaic. As a marriage therapist, it was curious for me to watch this national conversation unfold. Perhaps I can share a perspective that was not mentioned in the headlines.
(Please note that these opinions have nothing to do with political affiliation, but rather with my experience helping hundreds of couples heal deeply painful wounds.)
