How to Reparent Yourself: Healing Through Inner Nurturing

We all have moments where we react in ways that don’t quite make sense—feeling irrationally anxious, getting triggered by small things, or craving validation more than we’d like to admit. Often, these reactions aren’t just about the present moment. They stem from...

Control vs Influence in Relationships: How to Spot the Difference

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....

How People Pleasing Leads to Unhealthy Relationships

At first glance, being agreeable, generous, and helpful might seem like the recipe for a great relationship. But when these behaviours come from a place of needing to be liked, avoiding conflict, or meeting everyone else’s needs at the expense of your own—it’s no...
How People Pleasing Leads to Unhealthy Relationships

How People Pleasing Leads to Unhealthy Relationships

At first glance, being agreeable, generous, and helpful might seem like the recipe for a great relationship. But when these behaviours come from a place of needing to be liked, avoiding conflict, or meeting everyone else’s needs at the expense of your own—it’s no...

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Could Validation Be the Key to Better Relationships?

Could Validation Be the Key to Better Relationships?

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...

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5 Ways to Get More Love in Your Life

5 Ways to Get More Love in Your Life

Love is one of the most fundamental human needs, yet many of us feel like we’re not receiving enough of it. Whether it’s romantic, platonic, or self-love, cultivating more love in your life starts with intentional choices and actions. Love isn’t just something that...

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Is your relationship right for you?

Is your relationship right for you?

When it comes to relationships, there’s often a moment when you pause and ask yourself: Is this relationship right for me? Whether you’re in the early stages of dating or years into a committed partnership, this question is natural and, in many ways, necessary. It...

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Why It Is So Hard to Change

Why It Is So Hard to Change

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...

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How to decide whether to stay in a relationship

How to decide whether to stay in a relationship

Relationships can be so challenging that it’s often hard to know whether to stay or leave. So, how do you decide whether to stay in a relationship? When faced with this decision, the internal conflict can feel overwhelming. Emotional investment pulls you in one...

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Is there any such thing as a perfect relationship?

Is there any such thing as a perfect relationship?

Perfection in relationships: Myth or reality? Many of us have been raised on the idea of perfect relationships—romanticised by fairy tales, idealised by the media, and perhaps even expected by those around us. A quick scroll of your socials will show countless selfies...

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What happens when someone is triggered and how to help

What happens when someone is triggered and how to help

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...

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The four pillars to stop arguments escalating

The four pillars to stop arguments escalating

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...

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