In relationships, it is important to foster closeness and intimacy. We do this by showing our loved ones that we care about how they feel around us. One way to ensure that you are showing care in a way your friends and family members will understand is by discussing your love languages. Here, we offer an explanation of the five love languages as well as some ways to implement them in your close relationships.
Read MoreThe thought of being in a new relationship after the death of a spouse can be frightening and overwhelming. But after widowhood, it may be something that you consider. You may feel guilty even thinking about it, or you may worry about the effects of it on your children. There are also the reactions of other people that you may have to contend with. In this article, we delve into the whens, whys, and whats of dating after widowhood.
Read MoreIf you were born in a certain generation, you may remember the nerves you had when asking someone you were interested in for their phone number. You may also remember how you had to build up the courage to make that first phone call! Now, social media and dating apps have changed the way people meet each other, have relationships, and fall in love. Online dating has become a mainstream phenomenon.
Read MoreGeneralized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a condition that involves persistent worry and fear over a variety of things. This continuous sense of anxiety can be present even when there is no present or current reason. Trust Mental Health offers an anxiety assessment form to help our providers evaluate how acute your anxiety is. Read on to learn more.
Read MoreA dream is your subconscious processing your thoughts, feelings, and the events in your life. Gaining an insight into your dreams can help you forge a deeper connection with your inner self. But how to decipher the abstract dreamscape of your subconscious? Read on to learn about common themes and symbols featured in dreams and what they can mean.
Read MoreIt’s the New Year! For many people, the new year brings with it new resolutions. But what happens if you begin the new year revved up to meet your goals, but by the third week of January you find yourself off track? In this article we will explore keeping resolutions, and the psychology behind falling off the resolution wagon.
Read MoreWe often occupy certain roles within our relationships, interpersonal dynamics, and outlook on life. These roles can either add to or detract from our interactions with people, work, challenges, and various life situations. The Drama Triangle is a psychological concept that is often used to explain these dynamics. The concept involves three roles: the Rescuer, the Victim, and the Persecutor. Understanding the interplay of these dynamics can lead to a healthier world outlook and improved relationships.
Read MoreAs parents, we must model and teach our kids an entire host of behaviors, values, and attitudes. We also have to teach our children how to build and nurture resilience, mental fortitude, and cope with adversity. In this blog we outline 6 things that empowered parents do to ensure happy, healthy parenting and happy, well-adjusted children.
