Loneliness is a subjective sense of isolation – a feeling of not being able to connect with other people, a sense of being apart. As humans, we feel the need to be with other people. We need to relate to others, to get involved in their lives, to work with them, and to express our emotions around other people. Our … Read more
Personality conflicts occur when two (or more) people find themselves in disagreement, not over a particular issue or incident, but due to a fundamental incompatibility in their personalities, their approaches to things, or their life style. Personality conflicts are perhaps one of the most challenging areas of corrective action. Some people are easy to be … Read more
Dealing with loss can be difficult. Loss brings pain – but opens the door to gain. Loss is embedded in the process of living. It happens to everyone and it is inevitable. There is no such thing as constant gain in our lives. Despite our wish to live in the security of abundance and perfect health, we necessarily must … Read more
Emotional unavailability refers to the inability of a person to share feelings with another person. It helps to understand that emotionally unavailable people rarely choose to be that way. It’s an unconscious defense, perhaps against trauma or some other past emotional wounds. When we commit to a relationship, we usually expect that our partner will reciprocate the … Read more
Research indicates that anxiety disorders are the leading emotional health disorder for women and are second only to substance abuse among men. Within any given year, it has been estimated that fifteen percent of the population suffers from one of the anxiety disorders – yet only a small portion of those who suffer receive treatment. Fortunately, treatment is available and generally … Read more
Relationship addiction (aka love addiction) is characterized by compulsive patterns in romance, sexuality and relationships that have harmful consequences for the addict and their partners. The experience of finding the right partner and falling ‘in love” is one of life’s true joys. It brings a feeling of euphoria, passion, connection, and hope for a happy future. It can … Read more