“But what about me?” Raise your hand if you’ve ever asked this question. (I know I have!) In life, relationships come in all shapes and sizes. Some are elegantly structured and extend beyond time; while others appear rigid and brief, with jagged edges that leave us with a lasting pain. At times, we develop a […]
Traversing Divorce
The Divorce Journey The Holiday season has come and gone. 2020 is upon us. It is a time for New Year’s resolutions, fresh starts, dropping bad habits and for some of us, time to exit our marriage. Divorce attorneys will tell you January can be a busy time for people initiating divorce proceedings. To avoid […]
Let’s Talk about SEX
Author and Couples Therapist Ester Perel, said that for most couples, “Sex is easier to do, than to talk about.” Those of us raised in the Midwest can probably relate to what Ester Perel’s is saying. Sexual intimacy is not something many of us feel comfortable discussing with one another. Yet honesty and healthy communication […]
Breaking Old Patterns; the Greatest Freedom of All
The Fourth of July is almost upon us. A wonderful time to enjoy an outdoor cook out with family and friends, delight in fireworks as they blaze across the night sky or just savoring the precious, fleeting Minnesota summertime. It is our yearly national birthday and we can once again reflect upon and celebrate the […]