Healthy boundaries matter in a relationship for several reasons. First of all, healthy boundaries can help each person in the relationship feel emotionally safe in it. Having healthy boundaries helps the couple know where they stand with each other and where not to cross the line. Trust can be built and reinforced between the partners…
EXCERPT: In a marriage with children, it may seem counterintuitive to not put the kids first, says psychologist Yvonne Thomas. “However, it’s actually healthier to make your spouse the first priority.” This is because it benefits all of your family members. If you have an emotionally solid marriage with a good foundation, your children will feel…
EXCERPT: By definition, decision-paralysis is when you can’t make a choice, no matter how hard you try. As the name suggests, you could feel ‘paralyzed’ to make a decision, leaving you feeling emotionally drained, trapped, and overall unhappy, says Yvonne Thomas, a Los Angeles-based psychologist. Though not in all cases, this usually happens when you have…
