by Angie Sumrall | Jun 24, 2016 | Counseling News, Trust
Trust is the foundation of a healthy, secure relationship. But in a marriage, that trust may be broken by the actions of a partner, whether through dishonesty, betrayal, unfaithfulness, negligence, or erratic behavior. Unlike forgiveness, trust is not simply a choice....
by Angie Sumrall | Jun 1, 2016 | Counseling News, Marriage
If you find yourself in escalating conflicts with your spouse, the cause may surprise you. Often we see a cause and effect relationship between our spouse’s behavior and our reaction. But the cause of your distress may actually have more to do with your perception,...
by Angie Sumrall | May 18, 2016 | Emotional Regulation
Emotions can sneak up on us, often with an impulse to act. Some of us avoid them at all costs. Some of us react to them immediately. Some of us make truly important life decisions based on them. Some think they just get in the way. But negative emotions are like the...
by Angie Sumrall | May 11, 2016 | Empowerment
We all get stuck in a funk at times. Here are some ideas for how to get yourself out from under that dark cloud of bad humor when it comes calling. 1. Sit in the sunshine. It’s no secret that weather can affect our mood, and sunshine usually puts us on the upside of...
by Angie Sumrall | May 4, 2016 | Anger, Communication
Conflict does not have to create distance between you and your spouse. In fact, conflict can be the very thing that creates moments of connection and intimacy if it’s done right. Communicating about your disagreements, hurts, needs, and desires is a natural part of...
