How To Manage Expectations in Relationships
By Danielle Andrews We tend to meet a promising love prospect with great expectations. Relationships often begin with an incredible sense of hope. We imagine a future of endless potential, filled with love, understanding, and unbreakable connection. But somewhere along the way, many relationships hit turbulence — not because the love disappeared, but because neither … Continued
Couples Who Play Together Stay Together
By Danielle Andrews What’s the secret to a strong, lasting relationship? While communication, trust, and shared values often top the list, there’s one ingredient that’s often overlooked but just as important—play. Yes, play isn’t just for kids. Couples who laugh, explore, and have fun together tend to create stronger, healthier bonds. We don’t stop playing … Continued
Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships
By Danielle Andrews Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others. Brené Brown We hear it all the time in self-care conversations these days—setting boundaries is vital for healthy relationships. But if you’re someone who worries about disappointing others, or feels guilt even at the … Continued
Small Habits That Make a Big Difference in Long-Term Relationships
By Danielle Andrews Love is not about finding the perfect person, but learning to see an imperfect person perfectly. Sam Keen This powerful quote beautifully sums up what it takes to build and maintain a long-term relationship. Sustaining a happy and healthy relationship over time doesn’t have to be filled with grand gestures or dramatic … Continued
5 Ways to Know You’re Ready to Start Dating Again
By Danielle Andrews Whether you’ve had your heart broken (you really thought they were the one), you broke someone elses heart or it was a mutual understanding between the two of you: Breakups hurt. There has been time invested, intimacy shared and vulnerabilities unmasked. You may not trust your judgement as much for a while. … Continued
Can a Relationship Survive a Success Gap?
By Danielle Andrews Love is that condition in which the happiness of another person is essential to your own. Robert A. Heinlein Success in relationships, much like success in life, often thrives on balance. But what happens when one partner seems to excel further, faster, or more prominently than the other? Can love withstand the … Continued