Questions to Ask in a Relationship: A.R.E you there? A.R.E you with me?

by Sanctuary | Nov 2, 2017 | Couples & Partners

You have likely heard some version of the importance of physical safety in relationships – and yes, this is essential! However, we tend to talk less about the importance of emotional safety in relationships. Feeling emotionally safe in your relationship goes even...

All You Need is (Healthy) Love

by Sanctuary | May 19, 2016 | Couples & Partners

Love is one of the most important, widely recognized, and yet largely misunderstood emotions we experience. As humans, our brains are naturally wired to make connections with others and, for both biological and cultural reasons, many of us believe we need it to...

The Art of Gentle Confrontation

by Sanctuary | Nov 23, 2015 | Couples & Partners, Friendships

We feel most alive when we are in relationships with others. It’s how we’re wired – It’s human nature. When we spend time with others (and who doesn’t), we are bound to face some conflict, tension, power struggles, and hurts. So, the next time you feel you...

Toxic Relationship? One Simple Question

by Heather Kramer Almquist, MA, LPC, NCP, CT, CDWF | Oct 30, 2014 | Couples & Partners, Friendships

One Simple Question I get asked a lot – nearly every day, actually – about whether someone is in a toxic relationship or one worth keeping. It might be a partner, a job, a friend… but the question still comes up. People tend to look for all sorts of complicated...

An Extrovert Living in an Introvert World

by Heather Kramer Almquist, MA, LPC, NCP, CT, CDWF | Jun 10, 2014 | Couples & Partners, Depression & Anxiety, Featured, Wellness & Mindfulness

It’s an Introvert World I know what you’re thinking – “How is that possible?! Most classic studies suggest that approximately 75% of the American population are extroverts.” But, upwards of 50% of the population is now considered introverted. In my undergrad...