Tag: relationships
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How to Navigate a Healthy Relationship Separation
I’m often asked what I think about separation. Is it a good idea? Is it just a precursor to divorce? What’s the point of it? Often one person in the couple says, ‘why not just divorce if we’re going to be living apart anyway?’, while the other person just needs a bit of space from…
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Secrets
Lately I’ve been struck in my sessions by the power of secrets. Conversely, I’ve been amazed at how once a secret is shared and recognised for what it is, it loses the power it held for so long. As a therapist I have the privilege of listening. Listening to stories of tragedy, abuse, heartbreak and…
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… but I don’t know what I need!
Do you ever get asked the question, “what do you need?” or “how can I help?” and you really have no idea? It’s so important to be able to understand what you need from your partner when distressed or emotional.
Anita Jacob 