December 10, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
Here are several ways to protect your marriage from the temptation of infidelity and from becoming a statistic. Some of these things you have definitely heard before; some of them are not.
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December 3, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
The holidays are here and with that come fun, family, good times…and of course the stress and the anxiety. Whether you are hosting an event, traveling, or just staying in with a few of your loved ones, it can be a very stressful time of the year for many people.
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November 29, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
Strong relationships are largely based on give and take. You cannot be strictly a giver or strictly a receiver. You both have to engage in both roles in order to maintain the balance of a successful relationship.
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November 27, 2013
by Stephanie Byrne
The glamorization of drama on television and in reality shows paints a very different picture about how intimate female friendships are in real life. Friendships are being displayed publicly where the women are acting like they are still going through the " toddler terrible two's." We are all ultimately being represented in an extremely negative manner by these shows.
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Communication issues are a common problem in many life scenarios. Undelivered communication is at the heart of many family conflicts.
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November 15, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
Can you imagine having no idea your marriage is in trouble? Many people who find out that there are issues in their marriage have no idea, or frequently say, "I didn't see it coming." Their wake up calls come in the form of finding out their spouse is thinking of calling it quits, or worse, have found another to fulfill their needs.
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With modern communication, such as video chat and instant messaging, people all over the world are finding ways to cultivate meaningful relationships from a distance. This might ring true for you or someone you may know, as well.
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October 8, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
No matter how legitimate the grievance, harboring resentment does neither you nor the relationship any good. So what do you do when that old hurt keeps rearing its ugly head?
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October 1, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
Anger is a normal and even healthy emotion, but it's imperative to deal with anger in a positive way or it can wreak havoc on yourself and your relationships. Here are 8 vital tips on how to control your anger before it controls you.
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September 27, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
No relationship is perfect, and it's normal to want things to change for the better. But nagging almost never does the trick, and here is why.
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A relationship takes two people, and we all want to get our way at times. But when does persistence turn into nagging and why is it so harmful to a relationship? Therapist Casey Truffo, LMFT shares her valuable insight.
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