Relationships

Intimate relationships are a place for complete honesty, which requires vulnerability. But vulnerability can be difficult for a trauma survivor. This post will help guide you on how to explain trauma to a partner. How Does Trauma Affect Relationships? Trauma can result from a singular event such as a robbery, […]

People often confuse intimacy with sex. The word intimacy has become synonymous with sexual intercourse. A husband and wife joining in that most physically intimate experience are vital to a healthy relationship. But sex doesn’t make a marriage work. So, can you have intimacy without sex? Fortunately, there are many […]

When you think of signs of intimacy in a relationship with God, perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is Jesus Christ’s declaration of the greatest commandment: “…You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” (Matthew 22:37, […]

After infidelity, you and your partner may be ready to move forward, but you may be unsure how to move past cheating. You may wonder if it’s even possible to do so. The answer is “yes,” but it’s a long road. And both of you must take the necessary steps […]

Every relationship is different, but all strong relationships have a solid foundation of trust. That trust can take years to build, and once it’s broken, it can be difficult to rebuild. Part of rebuilding that trust is learning how to heal a betrayed heart. When You Choose to Stay It […]

Do you ever feel lost in your relationship? Does your life revolve around fulfilling the needs of others rather than your own? If you’ve lost sight of who you are, then you may be showing codependent characteristics.  If you’re in a codependent relationship with a sex addict, you may be […]