by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach If you’re a doctor, lawyer, or other licensed professional, there are times when you need to choose your career over love. I’m not saying you can’t have both. But when it comes to a life partner or even someone you’re casually dating, you must choose carefully. Read More
Category: Relationship Tips
Why is Money and Relationships Often a Disastrous Combination?
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach You’ve heard all the money and relationship quotes, facts, and advice. Some of it’s helpful, and some of it’s not. “Money can’t buy love”. “Money issues are one of the leading causes of divorce”. While these are true, they don’t have to become your reality. Imagine Read More
How to Heal from Betrayal and Protect Your Future Self
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach It’s challenging to heal from betrayal, especially when someone close to you carries it out. No one wants to go through it. But believe it or not, betrayal can be a good thing. I can understand if you’re skeptical. You may be wondering, “How could betrayal Read More
How to Have a Healthy Romantic Relationship – Even with a Difficult Past
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach What does a healthy romantic relationship look like? The work required to form and maintain a healthy romantic relationship is not as easy – or quick –- as movies and TV shows make it seem. Have you tried putting two random things together? You’re two people, Read More
Heal Your Soul: How to Rediscover Yourself after a Breakup
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach The path to heal your soul is not a linear, clear journey. Breaking up brings on a flurry of emotions. Being single again is a stark contrast to the happiness you once felt when your connection to another was intact. The stability and comfort you felt Read More
Finding Your Life Partner: Is It Out of Your Hands and up to Fate?
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach There’s no foolproof hack for how to find your life partner. Healthy relationships are the result of consistent effort and adapting to changes in your life and theirs. You might assume that if you find whoever’s meant to be your life partner, it’ll be smooth sailing Read More
Finding Love When You’re Tired of Being Alone
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach As someone who specializes in behavior and relationships, I frequently get questions about finding love. It’s a common desire to want to experience love, but the act of “falling” into it may not be the best approach. Such a sudden drop often results in injuries and Read More
Being Alone Isn’t a Life Sentence to Be Lonely and Miserable
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach You may have heard that being alone can be helpful. If you’ve been alone for a while, this advice might make you feel frustrated or even depressed. Being alone can be beneficial, but you have to know what to do with it. It’s important to understand Read More
Falling Out of Love: How to Know When It’s Time to Move On
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach It’s not uncommon to fall out of love in a committed relationship. All relationships go through stages where you don’t necessarily feel “in love” with your partner, despite the fact you still care deeply for them. Sometimes, this is a temporary slump. Other times, there’s an Read More
Are You Prepared for the Ups and Downs of a Blended Family?
by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach New relationships can bring on a flurry of emotions. Add other stakeholders and it exponentially amplifies the potential for disruption. One thing is certain, the stakes are much higher when your relationship might lead to a blended family. Initially, your excitement for a chance at love Read More