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
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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
How to divorce an emotionally abusive partner
Yelling. Screaming. Fighting. Couples who can’t seem to get along may realize that divorce is the only option. But, going through a divorce is never easy, especially when dealing with an emotionally abusive partner. There are many difficult choices that have to be made, and emotions often run high. But all of this can be Read More
Why Some Men and Women Prefer Being Single
Although there are 2.3 million weddings in the United States every year, there are still many people who prefer being single. The reasons that people decide to stay single can range from bad experiences in previous relationships to simply not having time for a relationship. Here are four primary reasons that many men, and women, Read More