8 Signs Someone Isn’t Listening to You and How It Affects Your Mental Health Ever felt like your words vanish into thin air during a conversation? Dr. Mary Heartwell-Walker, in PsychCentral, lists eight signs someone isn’t truly listening, from distracted fidgeting to premature advice. Dr. Susan Heitler, in Psychology Today, attributes poor listening to biases … Read more
3 Key Stages to Build a Vibrant, Lasting Relationship Dreaming of a love story that’s lively, balanced, and enduring? Dr. Florentine d’Aulnoy-Wang, physician and founder of Double Place, shares three transformative stages to make it happen: setting clear intentions, healing emotional wounds, and mastering communication and attachment styles. Coupled with communication expert Emmanuel Chila’s emphasis … Read more
Where Infidelity Begins: A Couple’s Guide to Loyalty and Mental Health Infidelity isn’t just about physical betrayal—it often starts with a lingering glance, an unsent message, or a secret kept from a partner. Dr. Florentine d’Aulnoy-Wang, a couple’s therapist and founder of Double Place, explains that loyalty goes beyond avoiding physical affairs; it’s a deep … Read more
Toxic Phrases to Avoid in Your Relationship for Better Mental Health Ever said something in the heat of an argument you instantly regretted? Words can wound, turning a simple disagreement into an emotional rift. Dr. Kier Gaines and Dr. Alexandra Solomon, in a New York Times interview, warn that certain phrases—like “You always…” or “Calm … Read more