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Most of us know what self-care is (even if we struggle to practice it). However, did you know we also need to practice relationship care? Well, a healthy relationship takes nurturing and effort. We often think about what we need to be working on in our relationships by improving communication or intimacy. However, we don't always think about how to show our relationship nurturing.

No matter what stage your relationship is in, it can be easy to fall into a “rut”. Keeping up the connection in relationships is so important. However, continuing to find fun ways to connect and enjoy time together can be tough for any number of reasons (i.e., time, money, access, weather, etc.). Sometimes, it is just hard to be creative. No matter if you feel complacent or you just want some new ideas, here are 25 ideas for a date refresh.

In today’s society, we are bombarded by so many physical workout options. However, we are not shown a lot of ways to build our metaphorical mindfulness muscles outside of meditation. Meditation is great for some, but it is not always approachable for everyone. Let’s talk about some ways we can train our brain to be present. But first, let’s define what mindfulness actually is.

With spring starting to fill the air, some of us might be starting to think and plan our outdoor gardens. I am far from a gardener and planted my first garden last spring (so please forgive my naivety when using this analogy). However, I found a lot of joy in seeing our plants grow and change throughout the summer. While researching how to start a raised bed garden, I discovered how much planning and attention it takes to succeed in gardening. It reminded me of an analogy I have referenced with a few clients. Creating and maintaining our life like a garden. Start with a plan, use quality soil, plant the seeds, provide water/sunlight, and maintain the garden.

Rebuilding your marriage after infidelity can be a long and lengthy process. It requires going through the emotions and creating a pathway for healing.