Blog Posts by Kristi Schwegman, LCSW - page 5

Feeling Irritable? 15 Ways to Feel Less Irritable

Feeling Irritable? 15 Ways to Feel Less Irritable

Mental health challenges have been on the rise, especially since Covid and all that has transpired since 2020. Even if you’re not struggling with diagnosable mental health concerns, you may

How to Find a Marriage Counselor

How to Find a Marriage Counselor

Marriages have rough patches, stressful transitions, and unexpected tragedies. It’s normal and healthy to realize that you need help. Here are a few tips for finding a good marriage counselor.

Happy vs. Unhappy Couples: The 5-to-1 Magic Ratio

Happy vs. Unhappy Couples: The 5-to-1 Magic Ratio

To understand the difference between happy and unhappy couples, John Gottman, a leader in couples research and therapy, began doing longitudinal studies of couples in the 1970s.  From his research,

1 Corinthians 13: How It Can Radically Help Your Relationships  (Without Needing to be a Christian)

1 Corinthians 13: How It Can Radically Help Your Relationships (Without Needing to be a Christian)

Most of us are familiar with 1 Corinthians 13.  It’s often recited at weddings and plastered on knick-knacks.  But what can it teach us about our relationships?  How can it

What is Negative Sentiment Override? And How Can It Affect My Relationship?

What is Negative Sentiment Override? And How Can It Affect My Relationship?

Negative feelings toward your partner can creep up on you as days, months, and years go by. This may be why couples, on average, are six years late to start

6 Conflict Skills to Master for Better Relationships

6 Conflict Skills to Master for Better Relationships

We all have conflicts.  It’s impossible to see eye-to-eye in every conversation and hold the same perspective with everyone we communicate with.  So how do we manage conflicts, minimize frustration,

Stop Procrastinating! 15 Ways to Stop Making Excuses

Stop Procrastinating! 15 Ways to Stop Making Excuses

Do you make excuses?  Do you justify and list a myriad of reasons why you should or shouldn’t do something? 

5 Common Reasons for Seeking Couples Therapy

5 Common Reasons for Seeking Couples Therapy

Making the choice to go to couples counseling is a big step. Additionally, if you aren’t familiar with what therapy is all about, it can feel mysterious and confusing.

7 Toxic Communication Patterns Impacting Your Relationship

7 Toxic Communication Patterns Impacting Your Relationship

Healthy communication leads to a healthy connection with others.  Likewise, unhealthy communication leads to an unhealthy connection.

10 Ways to Worry Less (Plus 10 Affirmations to Help Alleviate Your Worries!)

10 Ways to Worry Less (Plus 10 Affirmations to Help Alleviate Your Worries!)

When you start practicing these 10 worry snatchers, watch your life change. The positive reinforcement that will naturally occur will keep you practicing to let those worries go.

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