Brent and Tessa Learn the Dance of a Harmonious Relationship
In the previous chapter, Brent attended his first telehealth session with Dr. Tony. When he returned home to his wife, Tessa, he was met with hostility and scepticism. Tessa refused to attend the session for fear of being blamed for her infidelity; however, she was surprised how Brent began opening up to her and communicating…
Should I forgive? How to let go of resentment and move forward in your relationship.
It takes a lot of mental and emotional energy to hold a grudge. Negative feelings have the ability to hold us captive, keeping us in the past and preventing us from moving forward in life. When we hold a grudge in a relationship, we remain with one foot firmly planted in the past. Some people…
Anger and couple finances: How to avoid financial infidelity
The most valuable thing in a long-term stable relationship is having a partnership, and most new couples don’t realize that money is a major factor in marital happiness. Money is one of the biggest generators of problems, arguments, and resentment in long-term relationships. Couples argue about spending, saving budgeting, and disparity in earnings. When couples…
Orange County marriage counselor asks: Is your marriage worth saving?
The Story of Mary and Bill Mary and Bill were a nice couple empty nesters. Married 20 years, hey had built a nice life together. Their mortgage was low, their children were in college and doing well, most of the time they got along with each other fairly well. But one day Mary told Bill…