What to avoid doing in a healthy relationship: Expert shares tips
2 years, 5 months ago

What to avoid doing in a healthy relationship: Expert shares tips

Hindustan Times  

We are always on the lookout for healthy relationships – the kind which makes us look forward to being with our partner, have a healthy life together, and most importantly, create a space for growth – individually and together. What to avoid doing in a healthy relationship: Expert shares tips However, there are a lot of things that we do wrong in relationships that add up to create conflicts and arguments later. Therapist and author of the book Set Boundaries, Find Peace, Nedra Glover Tawwab addressed the issue and noted down four things that we should avoid from doing if we are looking for a healthy relationship, in her recent Instagram post. Connect: Communication is the key – this age-old insight about healthy relationships never gets old.

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Self-soothing practices for couples: Techniques to keep in mind; therapist explains
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Self-soothing practices for couples: Techniques to keep in mind; therapist explains

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In a relationship, it is important to understand when to connect, and when to separate to have some time for ourselves. Finding the balance between embracing intimacy and being self-aware is important for laying the foundation for a strong and healthy relationship. An essential aspect of navigating the vicissitudes of life and the frustration, suffering, and anxiety that come our …

Relationship tips: 4 must-do practices for couples to cultivate lasting love and happiness
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Relationship tips: 4 must-do practices for couples to cultivate lasting love and happiness

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Whether you've been dating for a while, are in a long-term committed relationship, or are married, you might be looking for strategies to strengthen your relationship. "From the moment two people choose to enter into a relationship, each partnership has an equal chance of either engaging in work that builds a secure bond that endures over time or not engaging …

Healthy relationship tips: 8 ways to be more open to partner's perspective
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Healthy relationship tips: 8 ways to be more open to partner's perspective

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A healthy relationship demands equal amounts of effort, understanding, communication, loyalty and trust from both ends to make things work out. Connection is about just that., connecting and when you are interrupting, disregarding your partner’s perspective or not listening to their side you’re not connecting, you’re rejecting," wrote Therapist Lucille Shackleton. Healthy relationship tips: 8 ways to be more open …

Small things that improve relationship health
1 year, 2 months ago

Small things that improve relationship health

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Communication, trust, loyalty and understanding form the foundation blocks of a safe, happy and healthy relationship. A relationship requires constant efforts from the partners to make things work out. While we should ensure to focus on the big things such as compromise, understanding each other, addressing difficult topics and having uncomfortable conversations, the small things help in binding the relationship …

Skills we need to practice for secure relationships
1 year, 6 months ago

Skills we need to practice for secure relationships

Hindustan Times  

Relationships are meant to be a safe and secure space for growth. A healthy relationship involves trusting each other, being open to having difficult conversations, stating needs and expectations in clear words and standing by each other no matter what happens. However, more often than not, we need to inculcate a lot of skills in us in order to make …

Important factors for a healthy friendship: Therapist shares
1 year, 7 months ago

Important factors for a healthy friendship: Therapist shares

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Friendships are one of the most beautiful relationships in the world. Addressing the factors that are important for a healthy friendship, Israa Nasir wrote, "As we grow older, we forget that our friendships deserve the same nurturing and dedication that we show our romantic relationships. So, think of your friendships as relationships that need attention, nurturing and care - and …

Things to normalise in our relationships: Therapist shares tips
1 year, 8 months ago

Things to normalise in our relationships: Therapist shares tips

Hindustan Times  

Many of us live with certain beliefs about relationships that restrict us in becoming better versions of ourselves. These beliefs, conditioned by us since childhood and the kind of relationships that we have seen while growing up, further stop us from doing better at the relationship and making it last longer. And while we are on the topic, let’s also …

Signs of a secure relationship: Expert explains
1 year, 8 months ago

Signs of a secure relationship: Expert explains

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A relationship depends on a lot of effort and trust from both ends. In order to make a relationship safe, secure and healthy for the people involved in it, we need to make a lot of effort. Signs of a secure relationship: Expert explains “Beautiful signs of security. That being said, it is very important to understand what a secure …

Building A Strong And Stable Relationship Takes Only 3 Steps; Know What They Are
1 year, 10 months ago

Building A Strong And Stable Relationship Takes Only 3 Steps; Know What They Are

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A healthy and stable relationship is built with years of work and trust. Read on to find out how: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elizabeth Earnshaw ⁠Step 1: How Well You Manage Conflict The therapist wrote, “As long as you choose together, you will argue. But the more you learn to argue well, the better things …

Affirmations for growing into healthier relationships: Therapist shares tips
1 year, 10 months ago

Affirmations for growing into healthier relationships: Therapist shares tips

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A relationship takes a lot of work from both ends to make it successful. A successful relationship doesn’t necessarily mean the one that stretches over a long time period, but the one where the individuals involved are made to feel safe and happy. Addressing this, Psychotherapist Emily H sanders wrote, "We can work on our healing and growth individually, but …

Things to expect in a relationship: Therapist shares tips
1 year, 10 months ago

Things to expect in a relationship: Therapist shares tips

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A relationship is a two-way street. If we have a clear idea on the things that we can expect in a relationship, we are also able to create a healthy and a safe space for us and the partner to grow individually, and also together. A relationship is a long journey of two people, fueled by healthy communication and understanding, …

Ways to create healthier relationship with your partner: Expert shares tips
1 year, 11 months ago

Ways to create healthier relationship with your partner: Expert shares tips

Hindustan Times  

A relationship is a journey of two people through good times and struggles in order to ensure a safe space for both of them where they can grow and become better versions of themselves. However, after the initial phase of falling in love, a relationship becomes a long journey laden with challenges which requires two people to get over each …

5 Things That Are Clear No-nos In Any Relationship
2 years ago

5 Things That Are Clear No-nos In Any Relationship

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Most people will get into a romantic relationship at some point in their life. One can knowingly or unknowingly indulge in behaviours that can hamper their own and their partner’s growth in the long term, and can also destabilise the relationship. Holding a grudge may also consciously or subconsciously show up as ill-will towards your partner. Comparing Comparing your present …

How to fix self-esteem issues in your relationship: Expert offers tips
2 years, 2 months ago

How to fix self-esteem issues in your relationship: Expert offers tips

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Self-esteem can be referred to as the opinion you have of yourself. How to fix your self-esteem issues in your relationship: Expert offers tips "Contrary to popular belief, you do not need to leave your relationship in order to work on yourself. Of course, I put "if you wish" because if you genuinely believe that individual is good for you …

Dos and don’ts of a healthy relationship
2 years, 2 months ago

Dos and don’ts of a healthy relationship

Hindustan Times  

A healthy relationship is based on trust, loyalty and communication. A general notion is there that no relationship is perfect – however, this should not be the standard of making us stick to relationships that are causing us physical, mental and emotional harm. There is danger in normalising things that are not ok.” Do’s and don’ts of a healthy relationship …

Things to avoid doing in romantic relationships: Therapist suggests
2 years, 2 months ago

Things to avoid doing in romantic relationships: Therapist suggests

Hindustan Times  

In romantic relationships, we often assume that the other person will be able to meet all the expectations that we have for them. There are major road bumps, there are good times, there are difficult times, and the sailing gets easier when two people involved in it are ready to compromise, communicate and put in efforts to keep it going. …

Relationship tips: Effective ways to reduce relationship stress
2 years, 3 months ago

Relationship tips: Effective ways to reduce relationship stress

Hindustan Times  

Stress in romantic relationships is a common experience that has a detrimental impact on your relationship satisfaction. In fact, unmanaged relationship stress can lead to negative patterns and decrease the ability of your relationship to function well, so it's essential that you effectively manage it to ensure long-lasting happiness. Relationship stress is inevitable, and more important is handling it in …

Things we need to do to manage conflict well: Expert shares tips
2 years, 3 months ago

Things we need to do to manage conflict well: Expert shares tips

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Relationships take a lot of efforts and a lot of work to be carried forward. Because, conflicts may help us understand the perspectives of our partners better, but conflicts that are not addressed for a long time, can adversely affect the relationship as well. Things we need to do to manage conflict well: Expert shares tips Marriage and Family Therapist …

5 ways to create emotionally healthy relationships: Expert suggests
2 years, 3 months ago

5 ways to create emotionally healthy relationships: Expert suggests

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Relationships take a lot of work and efforts. It is then we need to put in extra efforts in understanding them through it all and create a healthy and a safe space for their emotions to thrive. In her latest Instagram post, psychologist Nicole LePera addressed the issue of emotionally healthy relationships and wrote, “What we’re actually looking for in …

Reminders about adult relationships: Therapist suggests
2 years, 3 months ago

Reminders about adult relationships: Therapist suggests

Hindustan Times  

Relationships make up for most of our mental and physical health. Healthy relationships give us the window to become better versions of ourselves, while unhealthy and toxic relationships pull us back and put us in the dark zone of trauma. While we navigate through life and the nuances of relationships, it is importance to engage in healthy spaces in order …

How to be an ally to your partner: Expert shares tips
2 years, 4 months ago

How to be an ally to your partner: Expert shares tips

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Every relationship needs partners that are ready to be by each other’s side, no matter what. A relationship is a journey of two people, who accept each other’s shortcomings, have their difficult moments and constantly choose to be with each other, through thick and thin. How to be an ally to your partner: Expert shares tips In a companionship between …

Relationship tips: 7 things to remember for healthier dating
2 years, 4 months ago

Relationship tips: 7 things to remember for healthier dating

Hindustan Times  

We all have had good or bad dating experiences. 7 Tips for healthier dating Sharon Peykar, Licensed Psychotherapist & Relationship Educator, shared 7 tips for healthier dating recently on her Instagram profile. Be wary of sharing trauma early on as a way to create a false sense of closeness with dating partners. Dating goals include how you show up The …

Things we learn from our caregivers about relationships: Expert shares insights
2 years, 4 months ago

Things we learn from our caregivers about relationships: Expert shares insights

Hindustan Times  

Relationships are built over time. Marriage and family therapist Elizabeth Earnshaw, in one of her recent Instagram posts, addressed this issue and wrote, “It can help us put ourselves into context - into a story- that molded how we see and engage in connection.” she further noted down a few things which we pick up from our caregivers and learn …

Relationship tips: 4 rituals to deepen intimacy in your relationship
2 years, 4 months ago

Relationship tips: 4 rituals to deepen intimacy in your relationship

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One of the key foundational elements of a strong and fulfilling relationship is intimacy. 4 rituals to deepen intimacy in your relationship Rituals are crucial to a relationship since they not only help a pair become more intimate but also help to strengthen the bond between partners. Keeping rituals helps couples build strong, enduring relationships that get stronger every day. …

Core beliefs for a relationship growth mindset: Therapist offers tips
2 years, 4 months ago

Core beliefs for a relationship growth mindset: Therapist offers tips

Hindustan Times  

Relationships go through ups and downs. We often feel the lows in the relationship and think of giving up – however, often it requires two people not giving up for a relationship to thrive and see brighter days. Core beliefs for a relationship growth mindset: Therapist offers tips Elizabeth Earnshaw, Marriage and Family Therapist, addressed this issue on her latest …

Healthy ways of addressing an argument: Psychotherapist shares tips
2 years, 5 months ago

Healthy ways of addressing an argument: Psychotherapist shares tips

Hindustan Times  

Arguments are healthy – unlike what we think, arguments in a relationship helps in giving us fresh perspectives about the other person. In a relationship, the partners often get to understand each other better through a conversation and a healthy argument. Healthy ways of addressing an argument: Psychotherapist shares tips Often arguments end up hurting the involved people, which further …

Expert tips on how to have a fulfilling relationship
2 years, 9 months ago

Expert tips on how to have a fulfilling relationship

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After the first leg of intense romance and the phase of firecrackers wear off, the biochemical reactions in the brain stop making us feel so great around each other, its when the real deal starts. Expert tips on how to have a fulfilling relationship Relationships are not so easy that we think. Every person brings their own trauma, unresolved issues …

How to build a healthy and honest relationship? Expert offers insights
2 years, 9 months ago

How to build a healthy and honest relationship? Expert offers insights

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Love is one of the most beautiful feelings in the world. Expert offers insights However, love often comes with the rush of biochemical reactions - Oxytocin, dopamine and serotonin are released from the brain and that makes us feel very happy. Psychologist Nicole LePera spoke of the chemical release from the brain when we fall in love and what it …

Valentine's Week: 6 tips to have a healthy relationship with your partner
2 years, 10 months ago

Valentine's Week: 6 tips to have a healthy relationship with your partner

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Highlights Build boundaries and know how to respect them Communication and trust-building is key to a healthy relationship It is important to have the correct balance of power in a relationship so that it sustains longer February is the month of love - a time to celebrate Valentine's Day. While couples love to give in to the idea of buying …

Want a healthy, long-lasting relationship with your partner? Experts share tips
2 years, 10 months ago

Want a healthy, long-lasting relationship with your partner? Experts share tips

Hindustan Times  

While true love is the gift of life that we all want to wake up to, many of us often rush into a relationship without having clarity about what we want and what our partner is expecting. Experts are of the view that a relationship without a vision will take a couple nowhere hence, some relationships fall apart after the …

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