Marriage burnout is a thing. If you do not create a safe space to love yourself, you will not be able to properly love your spouse. Self love in relationships is necessary in order to be happy in love. There are certain expectations in marriage that require your dedication and commitment, even when you feel you don’t have it to give. Your spouse won’t stop having needs, though … [Read more...]
3 Urban Legends that Will Block You from Real Love if You Continue to Believe Them
If you've been dating for any length of time you've probably heard things like: "You have to love yourself before you can love someone else." "A relationship can't heal you. Become whole first and then look for love." "Work on yourself before you even think about getting married." Well, what if I told you these truisms were actually urban legends that can block … [Read more...]
Why Loving Yourself Has to Come Before Loving Your Spouse
Recently, I have begun coaching women on the power of boldness. We’re traveling on a 4-week journey that has been quite eye-opening. Taking a deeper look into what makes us, us has been the central focus. These women are beginning to realize how the beliefs they’ve held about themselves are having an impact on how they love. People aren’t always able to make the connection. … [Read more...]