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Family, Parenting and Religion

2023-09-03T19:44:27-04:00

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10 Things I Owe My Kids After Divorce

Last updated on: September 3, 2023 at 7:44 pm By Terry Gaspard

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It may seem odd that I feel compelled to write about what I owe my kids because they’ve endured my divorce. Yet as an adult child of divorced parents and a mom who has been divorced, it’s my belief that children of divorce are entitled to certain rights. That’s not to say that children raised in intact families don’t have rights – it’s just that children of divorce deserve special consideration. Distinguished divorce researcher Elizabeth Marquardt adds her perspective on... Read more

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2023-09-03T19:38:24-04:00

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6 Signs of a Healthy Relationship

Last updated on: September 3, 2023 at 7:38 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Caitlin, an outgoing, 35, came to my office for counseling recently and discussed her tendency to pick unsuitable partners. She says, “I always tend to go for men who are emotionally distant. I think it’s because I fear getting hurt and so it allows me to protect myself. I’ve been hurt too many times and I’m wary of exposing myself to emotional pain.” Many people waste time with partners who are not a good match for them. This trend limits... Read more

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2023-09-03T19:40:02-04:00

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5 Ways to Make Small Gestures Count in Your Marriage

Last updated on: September 3, 2023 at 7:40 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Elena, 48, and Jason, 52, have been married fifteen years and came to counseling to improve their communication and to stop bickering. Like many couples who I counsel, I asked them both what worked in their marriage and what areas need to be “worked on.” Elena put it like this, “I know Jason works hard and is a good provider but he doesn’t pay enough attention to me. I think he takes me for granted and I feel lonely.” Jason... Read more

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2023-09-03T19:42:00-04:00

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Intimacy in Marriage Unpacked

Last updated on: September 3, 2023 at 7:42 pm By Terry Gaspard

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When Kevin, 42, and Melissa, 43, attended their first counseling session, they spoke about the lack of connection between them. Sitting on opposite ends of the sofa, they avoided eye contact and seemed hesitant to share their perspective. Kevin put it like this, “Melissa and I have been married ten years and we still have not decided if we are going to have kids because we’re more like roommates than lovers or romantic partners. Part of the problem is that... Read more

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2023-07-09T15:35:51-04:00

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How to Become Your Child’s Digital Mentor

Last updated on: July 9, 2023 at 3:35 pm By Terry Gaspard

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The media and technology use of children and adolescents has risen dramatically in the last decade. The dilemma for parents today is how to be a good digital mentor and how to limit their child’s use when smart phones and other electronic devices have become increasingly popular. While most experts agree that excessive use, especially watching violence on TV and playing violent video games, is harmful to children, many parents question how much technology use is too much and how... Read more

2023-09-03T19:40:29-04:00

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How Stress Impacts Sex in Marriage and How to Rekindle Passion

Last updated on: September 3, 2023 at 7:40 pm By Terry Gaspard

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It’s common for married couples to complain of leading busy lives and not feeling energized enough to have sex at the end of a long day. The causes of stress for couples include increasing workloads, financial pressures, lack of trust and insecurity, and growing conflicts within their relationship. Most of the couples I’ve counseled also described how extreme fatigue negatively impacted both the frequency and quality of their sex lives. In fact, in Come As You Are, sex researcher Emily... Read more

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2023-09-03T19:43:15-04:00

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5 Smart Ways to Repair Broken Trust in Relationships

Last updated on: September 3, 2023 at 7:43 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Many of the individuals that seek counseling from my practice report that they lack trust in their partners. Maria, age 38, sat on the sofa in my office and spoke about feeling leery that Jason, 40, had her best interests at heart and she said she’s lost confidence in his intentions. Generally, Jason is dependable but lately Maria doesn’t feel she can always count on him. Maria put it like this, “I love Jason but he doesn’t always follow through... Read more

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2023-06-17T16:13:12-04:00

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Breaking the Patterns That Keep You in a Rut

Last updated on: June 17, 2023 at 4:13 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Many of my clients sit down in my office and complain that they are stuck in a rut. It may not be full blown depression, but they just can’t find pleasure in day-to-day activities, their job, or their relationships. Kelly, 43, is a teacher and she’s married with two teenagers. She often says that she wants to feel better but doesn’t know where to start. Kelly put it like this: “I’m not really old enough for a mid-life crisis but... Read more

2023-06-11T13:59:46-04:00

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5 Dating Tips for Dads Post-Divorce

Last updated on: June 11, 2023 at 1:59 pm By Terry Gaspard

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If you approach dating thoughtfully after your divorce and consider your children’s needs, it will pay off in the long run. Your kids may feel a mixed bag of emotions about you dating and even harbor fantasies that you will reconcile with your ex-spouse. This might make it a challenge for them to accept someone you are dating into their lives. As a result, it’s crucial to take it slow so you can assess whether your new romantic relationship is... Read more

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2023-06-05T07:39:30-04:00

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12 Lessons Daughter’s Learn from Their Parents’ Divorce

Last updated on: June 5, 2023 at 7:39 am By Terry Gaspard

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Women, and especially daughters of divorce, can put undue pressure on themselves to find the right partner, marry, and develop a happy home life. But if they possess this goal, it can present many problems. For the most part, women from divorced homes don’t have a healthy template to follow when it comes to nurturing and sustaining a committed relationship, making it difficult for them to know where to start. The following lessons were derived from my own experience and... Read more

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