What is a Parasocial Relationship?
In the age of digital connectivity, the lines between personal and mediated experiences have blurred, giving rise to a fascinating yet complex phenomenon—parasocial relationships. In fact, with how commonplace it’s become, some media personalities don’t just allow the formation of parasocial relationships but encourage it – using their appeal as a means to market themselves […]
How Unmet Childhood Needs Affect Adult Relationships?
Do you struggle to make a strong connection with another person, may it be your colleague, friend, professor, or spouse? There may be psychological trauma of unmet childhood needs that haunt you and prevent you from forming meaningful relationships. Learn below how such trauma can affect a person’s ability to navigate society. Issues With People […]
What Is a “Situationship”?
Are you looking for something intimate and sexually satisfying but don’t want the commitment of a relationship? Inspired by the Friends with Benefits (FWB), Gen-Z has invented a new not-so-romantic arrangement called the situationship. It is an undefined romantic relationship that exists somewhere between a committed relationship and a casual hookup. In simpler words, when […]
Why Is Parenting Your Partner Unhelpful?
Certain activities are fine when you are interacting with your children, yet inappropriate when interacting with a spouse. You may not be fully aware of what you are doing, much less how your spouse could perceive it. From tying up laces, packing lunches, implementing your choices as the “right choices,” being a constant reminder for […]
How to Succeed in Couples Therapy
Are you having problems in your relationship? Couples therapy can help. Read this blog post to learn how to succeed in couples therapy. No relationship is without its ups and downs. You’ll have sunny days when everything feels great, and you’ll have rainy days when you see no hope for your relationship. It’s absolutely normal […]
Coping with Relationship Anxiety
If you’re scared of getting into relationships, you may be suffering from relationship anxiety. Read this blog post to know how you can effectively cope with relationship anxiety. Do you feel anxious or scared about getting into relationships? Are you scared that you’ll get too involved and the other person may not retaliate with the […]
Can Marriage Counseling Save Your Relationship?
Most couples think their relationship is too good to need counseling, but the truth is that even the healthiest relationships can benefit from therapy. Couples often wait until there’s a major problem seeking help, but it may be too late by then. The good news is that marriage counseling can save even the most troubled […]