There’s no doubt that the lockdown helped reduce the spread of the coronavirus. But, on the flip side, couples had to learn to live together all day, every day, for a prolonged period. Some couples used the opportunity to bond while others faced the harsh reality of their dysfunctional relationship. A good number might have…
If you’ve made it to your first wedding anniversary – congrats! Everyone says the first year is meant to be your honeymoon year but for me, it was a year of growing pains and teething issues. Whether you spent the year finding your feet as newlyweds or in wedded bliss, here are some paper gift…
With the whole world staying home – is there hope for singles looking to find their one? We asked Relationship Therapist Dr.Lee. Since the pandemic has all but shut down online dating as well as going out and meeting someone IRL, this clearly isn’t the most opportune time to find “the one,”—assuming you haven’t met…
Ways to maintain peace in the household when both partners are working from home Like many couples, working from home with a spouse has been a huge adjustment for us. My husband and I are independent. We’re out a lot. Needless to say, that practicing social distancing has been a huge transition for us. After…
The stress of wedding planning is over and you’ve said your I do’s. Now comes the real fun: the honeymoon! Don’t let this chance at rest and relaxation blow right past you: you’ll want to take time to soak in each and every moment with your new spouse. Practicing mindfulness is a great way to…
How to Talk About Your Future Together Planning your future with your partner can be exciting—but it can also cause some anxiety. Even in serious, committed relationships, all of the unknowns and “what ifs” about what’s ahead can contribute to hesitation and discomfort. However, it’s important to talk about your expectations for your relationship so…
By Dr.Lurve We’re creatures of comfort, so when change presents itself we’re more likely to hide from it than embrace it, the same goes for relationships and our detrimental patterns. The thing about sabotage is we don’t see it coming, especially when we are the ones who sabotage our relationships then wonder what went wrong….
My favourite stage in a friendship/relationship is the point where you can skip the pleasantries and skip right to meaningful conversations. But getting to the good stuff requires both parties to be vulnerable. It requires asking the right questions. Cristian and I have been together for 4+ years and I’m always surprised when I learn…
Breaking off an engagement is one issue no one ever wants to talk about but did you know that 20% of all weddings are called off before the big day? There are plenty of reasons for breaking an engagement. In this article, I’ll walk you through how to know when it’s time to break off…
Whether you prefer to meet people online or offline, it’s hard to get away without texting when you’re dating in 2018. When done right though, those little emojis and witty one-liners can add a layer in a relationship that builds anticipation towards your next date out (or in). It doesn’t come naturally for everyone though. So…