Every couple has a beginning—a moment, a spark, a shared laugh or glance that set everything in motion. Revisiting that story, the story of how you met, isn’t just a sentimental trip down memory lane. It’s a powerful way to reconnect. My husband Andy and I met 9 years ago Sunday. And do you know what […]
The Talk: Sooner Than You Think When is the “right” time to have the talk with your kids? You know—the birds and the bees conversation? A small majority of parents say 10 to 11 years old is the sweet spot. But increasingly, many are saying that’s already too late. Instead, they’re having the conversation earlier—between […]
The Face Tells the Truth: How Contempt Can Quietly Kill a Relationship If you want to know how your partner really feels about your relationship, skip the phone check and check their face instead. According to researchers—including Drs. John and Julie Gottman, who can predict divorce with up to 93% accuracy—one of the most dangerous […]
St. Louis: A Midwest Culinary Powerhouse When people think of the best food cities in America, their minds often go to places like New York, Chicago, or San Francisco. But for those in the know, St. Louis has long been a hidden gem of the Midwest’s food scene. With its diverse culinary influences, rich history, […]
Why Shadeland Avenue Tops the List of Indiana’s Most Dangerous Roads If you’ve ever driven Shadeland Avenue on the east side of Indianapolis, you probably don’t need a blog to tell you it can be a little dicey. But now, it’s official: Shadeland has been named the most dangerous road in Indiana. It’s not just […]
Vulnerably Sharing the “Negative” Stuff Can Actually Bring You Closer I’ll admit it — the clickbait got me. The headline read something like: “Expressing Negativity Improves Romantic Relationships.” And I rolled my eyes at first because, as a therapist, I spend a good chunk of time helping couples remove negativity from their relationships — things […]
Chili’s Is Now Cheaper Than McDonald’s… And I’m Lovin’ It In a plot twist nobody saw coming, your next budget-friendly burger run might just be to a sit-down restaurant—with table service, bottomless chips, and a full-size booth. Yep, Chili’s is officially cheaper than McDonald’s. Enter The Big QP. Chili’s latest menu drop is a direct […]
The 6-Second Kiss That Can Transform Your Relationship Here’s one of the simplest things you can do today to improve your relationship: kiss your partner… for six full seconds. That’s it. Just six seconds. Why six? Because that’s about how long it takes for your brain to start releasing oxytocin—the “bonding hormone” that helps us […]
In the realm of multitasking, Indianapolis residents have taken bathroom phone usage to new heights. Recent data reveals that 90% of Indianapolis locals bring their phones to the bathroom most of the time, the highest rate in the U.S. But the commitment doesn’t stop there. A substantial 72% of Indianapolis residents regularly play games while […]
A lot of relationship challenges I help people work through revolves around their fear of confrontation or as I sometimes call it, courageous communication. Here’s the truth: avoiding confrontation often does more damage than facing it head-on. Real connection—genuine, trusting, respectful connection—requires honesty, and that sometimes means speaking up, even when it’s uncomfortable. When we […]
Agreements Over Expectations: A Healthier Way to Love In relationships, it’s easy to fall into the trap of unspoken expectations. You expect your partner to call when they’re running late, to know what you want without saying it, or to just “get” how you feel. But here’s the truth: expectations can silently build resentment, while […]
If you live in Indianapolis and feel like your neighbors know way too much about your business—you’re not alone. According to a new report, Indianapolis ranks #1 in the nation for having the nosiest neighbors. That’s right—our friendly (but overly curious) Hoosier neighbors have officially earned the top spot for their, well… interest in what’s […]