Most people think emotional regulation means getting rid of uncomfortable feelings. Calming yourself down.Moving on.Staying “in control.” But true emotional regulation works in a very different — and often surprising — way. The paradox is this: the feelings we try...
Fear isn’t always a stop sign—it might be pointing to your next step. Fear is a powerful force. It can stop us in our tracks, keep us playing small, or convince us that staying exactly where we are is the safest option. But what if fear isn’t just a signal to retreat...
Some people are naturally caring. You feel things deeply, notice when someone is struggling, and want to help ease their pain. Maybe you’re the one people turn to when they’re in crisis, or perhaps you find yourself worrying long after others have moved on. At first...
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I’ll get into a relationship when I’ve figured myself out”? Or maybe someone told you, “You need to work on yourself before you can be with anyone else.” There’s a popular myth in the world of self-development that you have to...
Most of us go to great lengths to avoid discomfort. We reach for certainty, soothing, or distraction—anything to quiet the unease. But what if discomfort wasn’t a problem to fix, but a message to pay attention to? What if it was less of a threat… and more of a guide?...
Happiness may feel like an elusive goal, but neuroscience reveals that much of our emotional well-being is rooted in how our brains function. Rather than relying on external events or circumstances, science shows us that happiness is something we can nurture from...
Happiness is a universal goal—something we all seem to chase. Yet, for most of us, it feels elusive, fleeting, or even unattainable. Why is happiness so difficult to achieve? Let’s explore five key reasons, challenging common misconceptions and offering insights to...
As the festive hum of Christmas fades and the New Year unfolds, many of us are left craving something more than resolutions and parties. For me, the start of the year is a time for deeper reflection—a chance to pause, reset, and realign with what truly matters. For...
Conflict with your partner can feel like an emotional storm—intense, overwhelming, and hard to navigate. But beneath the surface of frustration or hurt, there’s a fascinating interplay happening in your brain and body. Understanding this dynamic can help you manage...
Change is something we all strive for at some point—whether it’s breaking a bad habit, starting a new routine, or improving how we interact in our relationships. Yet, despite our best intentions, change often feels difficult and elusive. Why is it so hard? The answer...
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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