When something feels off in your relationship, how do you know if it’s a dealbreaker or simply an area where you both can grow? The person you are dating cancels your dinner plans again because ‘something came up at work’. Is this a red flag or is the person ambitious and needs to learn better…
One of the most important questions you can ask yourself isn’t “How do I find the right person?” but rather “How do I become the person I need to be to find the right relationship?” Relationship readiness isn’t just about being single for a certain amount of time—it’s about developing the emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and…
Being thankful for singleness can seem like an oxymoron because many singles don’t see a reason to be grateful for it. On the contrary, there are many reasons to be grateful for being single. To start, singleness is a symbol of freedom. Freedom to grow as God allows you, freedom to learn who you are…
Proverbs 29:11 says, “A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.” A fool shares everything and anything with others without consideration of whether the recipient is a safe place for this information. Wise people are discerning about how they share sensitive information. When interacting with a person…
Deciding when to re-enter the dating world is one of the most difficult questions people face after a breakup and even more so after divorce.Your emotional readiness determines relationship success in ways that simply wanting companionship cannot. Dr. John Gottman’s decades of research on relationships reveals that emotional availability serves as the foundation for healthy…
Trust is a pillar of any healthy relationship. When broken, it can lead to insecurity and hurt. Healthy boundaries, open communication and maintaining emotional safety are all also important, particularly avoiding behaviors that create insecurity. A woman asks Lisa about whether it’s appropriate for her to be uncomfortable with the frequency of texting between her…
Key Takeaways AI tools can be helpful, but they can’t replace the emotional depth of a trained human therapist. The question of whether AI can truly provide empathy and human connection is central to understanding its limitations. Therapy is built on shared emotional experiences, which AI lacks. Concerns around whether AI is safe and private…
When you’re ready to find someone to share your life with, the stakes feel incredibly high. After all, choosing a life partner is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make – one that will shape your daily happiness, emotional well-being, and future dreams for decades to come. The person you choose will be…
Are you single? With aspirations to tie the knot down the road?No, this isn’t a pitch for a dating app. Nor will I dole out tips on how to spot the right candidate. The journey toward marriage is as unique as the person undertaking it. For instance, growing up I’d always assumed I’d be married…
Richard Nicastro, PhD examines why couples fight and proposes that bickering isn’t always the way it seems. Though bickering can clearly be problematic, he proposes the possibility that sometimes it might be fun. Key Takeaways Bickering is often harmless—but clarifying. It’s a form of communication, not abuse, and can help release stress or tension. Stress-driven…