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5 Motherhood Myths Making You Miserable: Good Things Utah
Motherhood is a beautiful experience, but it can come with a lot of misconceptions. Here are 5 myths about motherhood that might be bringing you down.
Goodbye Mom Guilt: Good Things Utah
Motherhood is a beautiful journey filled with love, joy, and precious moments. However, it can also be accompanied by an all-too-familiar feeling: mom guilt. Mom guilt is a complex emotion that arises from various sources, including unrealistic societal expectations, lack of practical support, unequal distribution of childcare and housework, and negative self-talk. We'll explore six empowering strategies to help you overcome mom guilt and embrace motherhood on your own terms.
4 Common Marriage Myths: Good Things Utah
Marriage is one of the most important relationships, but it can also be one of the most confusing! There are so many false beliefs and marriage myths perpetuating about what a good marriage really looks like.
Is It Ever Okay To Lie In A Relationship? Good Things Utah
We've all heard the saying that honesty's the best policy, and it's not hard to understand how lying is really bad for relationships. But is there ever a time when it's okay to be less than 100% truthful?
5 Ways To Manage Holiday Stress: Good Things Utah
It's no secret that this time of year can leave us feeling overwhelmed. From buying gifts to decorating the home and making cookies, we often feel burdened by extra responsibilities. Here are 5 ways to manage holiday stress:
When A Child Comes Out As LGBTQ: Good Things Utah Interview
I recently sat down to discuss "Do's" and "Don'ts" of what to do and say when a child comes out as LGBTQ. This can be a difficult experience for parents, especially if they are surprised by it. Here are some ways to show love and support (as well as some things to avoid):
4 Ways To Offer A Sincere Apology: Good Things Utah
Developing a close and healthy relationship with a romantic partner inevitably means that at times, both individuals will take missteps. While it's normal to make mistakes, the way we respond to our own actions and words can either strengthen or detract from the relationship. When you find that you've said or done something wrong, here are some strategies to offer a sincere and meaningful apology:
Are Your Thoughts Sabotaging Your Relationship?: Good Things Utah
Have you ever tried to mind read someone or were convinced you understood their feelings without even asking them? If you do this in your primary relationship, your thoughts may be sabotaging things! Here is a quick strategy to make sure your thoughts aren't hurting your relationship.
Subtle Signs of Emotional Abuse in Marriage: Good Things Utah
Abuse is a tough topic to talk about, but it's so important that we know signs to watch out for. While physical abuse is easy to identify, emotional abuse can be more subtle but can be just as damaging (while most everyone has mistreated their partner at times, we are talking about repeated and consistent behavior). Here are some signs of emotional abuse in marriage:
5 Common Marriage Questions Answered: Good Things Utah
Every married couple has problems, so why is it that when we're struggling in our marriages we can feel so alone? I recently sat down with the ladies of "Good Things Utah" to answer some marriage questions that viewers had written in.
Self-Care Helps Your Relationships: Good Things Utah
So often in relationships, we are aware of the other person's needs and work to fulfill them. While this is a wonderful trait, it can lead to burnout if we chronically neglect ourselves. Here are some self-care tips that actually help strengthen our relationships with others:
How To Get Along With In-Laws: Good Things Utah
Marriage is a wonderful change, but it certainly brings some challenges, not just for the couple involved, but also for the in-law relationship dynamic. Here are my top 3 tips for daughter-in-laws and mother-in-laws:
How to Achieve Emotional Intelligence in Marriage: Good Things Utah
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to recognize emotion and to use it to improve your life and your relationships. It is truly one of the most important skills you can develop as a human being, and yet it's not something we seem to talk about very often. Here are some ways to work to achieve Emotional Intelligence in your marriage.