by Melissa Tihin | Jun 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
Arguments are an inevitable part of any relationship—whether romantic, familial, or professional. But contrary to what you might think, the presence of conflict doesn’t mean a relationship is broken. In fact, how you argue can be a greater predictor of relationship...
by Melissa Tihin | Jun 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’ve all had moments where we dodge uncomfortable truths—cracking a joke in a serious moment, shifting blame, or steering a conversation away from our feelings. These subtle moves may seem harmless, but they can be signs of deflection, a coping mechanism that keeps...
by Melissa Tihin | Jun 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
Have you ever shut down during a difficult conversation—gone quiet, walked away, or stared off into the distance while your partner was still talking? If so, you may have been stonewalling. While it may feel like a way to protect yourself in the heat of the moment,...
by Melissa Tihin | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
“Just because something never happened doesn’t mean the pain isn’t real.” When we think of grief, we often think of funerals, goodbyes, and endings we can name. The loss of a loved one. The end of a relationship. The passing of time. But some grief is harder to...
by Melissa Tihin | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
In today’s world, rest is rebellion. From the moment we wake up, we’re bombarded with messages urging us to do more, be better, optimize everything. “Wake up at 5AM.” “Build a morning routine.” “Be 1% better every day.” “Don’t waste time — hustle.” On the surface,...
by Melissa Tihin | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
“What you are shouts so loudly in my ears that I cannot hear what you say.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Silence is often mistaken for peace. In conversations, it can masquerade as calm. In relationships, it may be labeled as respect. But silence is rarely empty. More often...
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