Category: Relationships & Couples

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Young Why Do High Achievers Struggle in Relationships? Why Success Feels Lonely You’ve built a life most people dream about. The career, the reputation, the financial security—it’s all there. Nevertheless, in your quiet moments, something feels off. In stark contrast, your achievements and your personal relationships don’t reflect the same level Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Young How to Know When It’s Time to Leave a Relationship Without Breaking Yourself by Dr. D. Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC If you’re secretly Googling how to know when it’s time to leave a relationship, you’re not weak—you’re finally getting honest. From the outside, your life may look curated: impressive title, Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Young Is This Love or a Trauma Bond Loop by Dr. D. Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC “Why can’t I leave when I know better? You are the one everyone else leans on. Day after day, you lead teams, build businesses, and carry an invisible weight of responsibility that most people will Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Young When Love and Legacy Are on the Line Why High-Net-Worth Couples Need More Than Therapy By Dr. D. Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC, CPQC, MBTI Master Practitioner Let’s face it when love and legacy are on the line, the consequences are significant. You know, behind every impressive estate plan or major Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Youngby 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, Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Youngby 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 Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Youngby 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 Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Youngby 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 Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Youngby 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, Read More

By Dr. D. Ivan Young By Dr. D. Ivan Youngby 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 Read More