When to Choose Your Career Over Love

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

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 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

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