by Taylor Bennett | Nov 5, 2019 | Relationship Issues, Relationships
Fewer and fewer couples are tying the knot. According to Pew Research Center, marriage rates have steadily declined in recent years. Today, just half of all Americans are married, compared with 58% in 1980. What’s to blame for this 8% drop? There are likely several...
by Taylor Bennett | Oct 25, 2019 | Counseling News, Healthy Sexuality, Love and Sex, Relationships
Sometimes, that physical attraction doesn’t come naturally in a relationship—and it can cause those involved to worry about their connection and future. While it might be worrisome, the lack of a physical connection isn’t necessarily a red flag; instead, it can take...
by Taylor Bennett | Oct 22, 2019 | Counseling News, Forgiveness, Uncategorized
Apologies are important. They help us to express remorse and repair relationships when we’ve made a mistake—that is, if we go about them the right way. Here are 5 tips that will help you ask for forgiveness. One, say you’re sorry. A genuine apology shows remorse and...
by Taylor Bennett | Oct 3, 2019 | Counseling News, Dating, Relationships
Dating can be intimidating. But if you follow a few rules, you can up your dating game and actually find romance. Here are four tips: One, plan fun dates. This first tip is simple: structure your dates around activities you actually enjoy. For example, instead of...
by Taylor Bennett | Sep 30, 2019 | Counseling News, Relationships
Breaking up is hard. Breaking up when you live together is harder. Here are three steps for doing so as painlessly as possible: One, be as honest as you can during the breakup. Clearly and respectfully communicate why you want or need to end the relationship. This...
