Marriage/Couples

The Honeymoon Phase: Why Does It End and What Happens Next?

The heady stages of a new relationship are among life’s more exciting moments.

You feel like you’re living in a real-life fairy tale. You idealize your partner and think he or she can do no wrong.

This is called the “honeymoon phase.” It’s fun and romantic.

It usually occurs in the early stages of a relationship and can last anywhere from 6 months to two years. But sooner or later, it comes to an end.

Are You A Mindful Couple? 7 Ways Mindfulness Can Improve Your Relationship

By Elizabeth McMahan

Relationships are a non-stop work-in-progress. We work on ourselves as part of being a couple while we also work on ourselves as individuals. The more work we do, therefore, the more smoothly we learn and grow. This growth needs mindfulness. Healthy relationships, for that matter, also need mindfulness.

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Forgiveness: How To Do It, Embrace Acceptance, And Move On

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By Elizabeth McMahan

Trust is tricky – it’s hard to gain and easy to lose.

It’s also one of the biggest cornerstones of any relationship. When lost, the person betrayed may feel extremely devastated because it can completely alter the path of the entire relationship. We’ve all experienced some form of hurt or betrayal, but to what extent? The nature of the relationship, as well as the level of hurt we feel, will probably determine whether or not we’re willing to forgive the person who betrayed us.

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Have A Voice That Counts ... Why It's So Important To Speak Up

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By Elizabeth McMahan

For many of us, speaking up and making our voices heard is difficult. While it’s human nature to care about what others think, worrying about this too much can stop you from living your life.

The following is just a brief list of reasons to make your voice heard.

Practice the Power of Pause in Your Relationship: 7 Ways

By Elizabeth McMahan

Have you ever consider how much power a moment of pause can hold?

When you pause, you actually open up space in your mind that gives you the opportunity to think a matter over and choose something new. It creates the possibility to assimilate a situation, make conscious decisions, and take control of your life. It leads you to talk less and listen more. And as a result, your relationship can become deeper, closer, and more meaningful.

That is the power of pause.