Have you ever looked at your partner during an argument and thought, “It’s like they’re a completely different person”?You’re not imagining it — and chances are, they’ve thought the same about you. In truth, we all have different aspects — or parts — within us....
Conflict is not simply a straightforward interaction between two people. It’s a complex interplay between different parts of your personality — parts that have formed over time to protect, defend, or help you feel seen and safe. When conflict arises, these parts jump...
It’s completely normal for couples to fall into a familiar—and sometimes dull—sexual routine. Between work, kids, and endless life admin, intimacy can slide down the priority list. Add to that the fact that sex can be one of the hardest things to talk about, and it’s...
No matter how much love exists in a relationship, communication challenges can still create distance. This becomes especially problematic when it becomes the norm over time. In long-term relationships, it’s easy to fall into a kind of shorthand communication—quick...
Strong relationships aren’t built on grand gestures or picture-perfect moments. They're built in the everyday—the small exchanges, the quiet check-ins, and the way two people continue choosing each other through it all. While every couple has their own rhythm, the...
Power is present in every relationship. It shows up in how decisions are made, whose needs are prioritised, and how freely each person feels they can express themselves. It can be dynamic and shift over time, depending on context, roles, and communication patterns....
Have you ever poured your heart out to someone, only to feel dismissed or unheard? Maybe you’ve shared a frustration, and instead of acknowledgement, you got advice you didn’t ask for. Or perhaps you’ve expressed excitement, only to be met with indifference. Moments...
Understanding Emotional Triggers Understanding what happens when someone is triggered is essential for managing our own emotions and supporting others. We’ve all experienced moments when a certain situation or comment evokes an intense emotional response, often...
How do you stop arguments escalating? Arguments are a natural part of any relationship. They arise from misunderstandings, differing perspectives, and unaddressed feelings and needs. Simply by being human we are confronted with these unavoidable conditions. Luckily...
The distancer/pursuer pattern is a common relationship dynamic where one partner seeks more intimacy and connection (the pursuer), while the other seeks more autonomy and space (the distancer). While it can be evident in everyday interactions, it is more pronounced...
Having connected with some of the world’s leading relationship experts, Amy distils all that wisdom into bite sized relationship hacks – for better love, connection, conflict and communication.
(and their antidotes)
Most of us are familiar with the term “red flags” and everyone has experienced them somewhere in their relationship history. Red flags are issues that signal problems in relationships which, left unaddressed, will eventually lead to relationship breakdown. Don’t get caught unaware…
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