Did your partner move out of your home stating that s/he was “confused” and just needed some “time”? What does this mean? It usually means that something in your relationship has caused your partner to question if they can be individuals while being in a relationship with you. They are wondering where you end and… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Break up advice
Things to Consider When Breaking-up
The number one way is: You are still trying to be friends. FYI You can’t be friends with someone you are still in love with. If you are still trying to be friends within two months of a break-up you are setting yourself up for even more heartbreak. Your ex is probably trying to be friends with you because:
You’ve been dumped, now what?
But Bargaining is the stage that you have to watch out for. What is Bargaining? It is that the pain is so bad and you want your ex in your life so much you “bargain” away.
Identifying Unhealthy Dating Relationships
Often, when considering the health of a relationship, we often think of a long-term relationship. However, unhealthy relationships exist in the dating world too. Yet, it can be difficult for people who are dating to identify what is and what isn’t healthy. First, let’s consider what is a healthy relationship. A healthy relationship will have… Read more »
Guest Blog From Co-Dependency Expert Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT
There are certain dynamics and patterns that come up repeatedly in relationships. This year I will be reaching out to other experts in the field of relationship therapy and asking them for their perspective on some of these topics.
I am very pleased to have, Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT as the first of my guest bloggers this year. Ms. Lancer is author of several books on Codependency including: Codependency for Dummies and Conquering Shame and Codependency: 8 Steps to Freeing the True You. In this article she explains the Pursuer/Distancer dynamic.
“The Dance of Intimacy” By Darlene Lancer, M.A., MFT
