How to make someone feel seen and heard
I once watched my six-year-old nephew have a complete meltdown over a broken toy car. His…
The 5 Love Languages
I used to think showing love was simple. You say “I love you,” you buy gifts…
Start a Standing Order Social Event
For years, I watched my friendships fade one by one. Not because I stopped caring, but…
The 4 Parenting Styles
My mother and I couldn’t be more different as parents. When my son refuses to eat…
The 8-minute phone call
Who calls without texting first? What emergency prompted this? My mind raced through worst-case scenarios as…
The circle of hell test
For years, I failed the circle of hell test without even knowing it existed. I’d see…
Read fiction to improve your social skills
Today, I watched my daughter fight a dragon. She sat cross-legged on our porch swing, book…
Make connecting a habit
I stood in the middle of Mark’s massive penthouse, staring out at the skyline through floor-to-ceiling…
The 20-minute connection ritual every couple needs
What’s the secret to a happy, lasting relationship? Some say it’s compatibility and having common values,…
How to do difficult conversations
We’ve all been there. The knot in your stomach as you wait for a meeting you…
Do you want to be helped, heard or hugged?
My default mode when friends or family share their struggles has always been to fix things.…
Use “I feel” statements for better relationships
You know that sinking feeling when a conversation with your partner veers into the “You always…”…