Not exact matches
Carving out the time to connect and developing the skills to
communicate and show up for one another during this stressful time is sometimes all that is
needed to regain
intimacy while growing a family.
But now I'm stumped because there appears to be a contradiction between the values: «
communicate in ways that build others up, according to their
needs, for the benefit of all... treat all persons with respect and dignity, and uphold their God - given worth from conception to death... be responsible citizens both locally and globally who respect authorities, submit to the laws of this country, and contribute to the welfare of creation and society» and «sexual
intimacy that violates the sacredness of marriage between a man and a woman».
If you
need more physical
intimacy and you're not
communicating it, then you are likely not going to get it.
Partners may have trouble
communicating with each other about their
needs and desires in the relationship or problems can center around poor communication, trust,
intimacy, an affair, parenting differences or even in - law relationships.
In working with couples at all stages of partnership, I focus on: * improving communication * resolving conflict * meeting each others»
needs while maintaining individuality * healing wounds and building trust and connection I offer premarital counseling to explore expectations and habits to keep or change, and help established couples maintain romance and
intimacy, effectively
communicate, address issues of infidelity and other relationship exits.
During this session, couples will dialogue about expectations, how to maintain a fun and healthy relationship, discuss sexual
intimacy wants and
needs, how to maintain a long - term partnership and how to
communicate as a couple for life.
In regards to
intimacy, not only is it important to discuss physical
needs and desires, but it is also important to
communicate openly about what isn't working in the marriage, or what a partner would like to see more of in their relationship.
Here's what you will learn: What all relationships
need to be healthy, happy and successful How to find forgiveness, overcome past hurts and move forward How to understand what drives conflict - and how to change it How to
communicate effectively and feel deeply heard How to rebuild broken trust, safety and security How to create and nurture emotional
intimacy How to keep your love alive and thriving The importance of touch and affection.
Her Dallas couples therapy has equipped hundreds of couples with the tools they
need to
communicate better, experience greater
intimacy and better cope with life's daily challenges.
Even couples who typically
communicate effectively and are clear about their emotional
needs struggle with moments of misunderstanding and a breakdown of
intimacy.
But just because relationship conflict is to be expected doesn't mean that you and your spouse / partner can not learn the skills
needed to effectively
communicate in order to get your
needs met, reduce unnecessary arguments, and build better understanding and emotional
intimacy.
In order to openly
communicate «softer» emotions (which for many women equates to deeper
intimacy), men would first
need to acknowledge and accept that they are indeed having these feelings («I feel hurt that you didn't call when you said you would»).
The counseling goals are to redevelop
intimacy and a heart connection,
communicate respectfully, meet each others
needs and resolve issues while rebuilding trust in a safe and constructive way.
Couples
need to set aside time for
intimacy as well as
communicate with their partner to make sure their
needs are being met.
In her work Ewa focuses on helping her patients to embody their authentic selves, learn how to effectively
communicate their feelings, desires,
needs, and boundaries, deepen their capacity for
intimacy, and honour their goals and dreams.
Many couples reach junctures in their lives where they find they
need help
communicating and increasing
intimacy.
The Emotionally Focused Thearpist uses specific steps in the process to help the couple establish a greater sense of safety so that they can
communicate hurts,
needs and longings and respond to one another in ways that get you unstuck from the cycle and back to a place of
intimacy and connection.