Pouring out all your problems in the first session of couple’s therapy can be a relief. At last, you’re facing what has been pulling you down and apart. However, you could also be overwhelmed. The mountain to be climbed seems so high and the emotional cost so great that the first session feels like a…
Compatibility can have a significant impact on whether a relationship can work out in the long run. One way to assess compatibility is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), which is a personality assessment that categorizes people into one of 16 personality types. If you’ve ever looked into the MBTI, you likely know that understanding your…
In this series with financial wellness expert and mbg contributor Brianna Firestone, we get into the money-smart habits that turned these individuals into Success Stories. If you’re looking to revamp your relationship with finance, or just want easy tips to help reach your goals, these women might have the answers you’re looking for. “The better…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. When was the last time you had a change moment—an “aha” realization that set you down a new path? This April, in honor of Earth Month, mindbodygreen is hoping to…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. Our new series Healthy Planet, Healthy You explores just how tightly human health and environmental health are intertwined—for better and for worse. Each month, we’ll share the latest news on how nature…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. In case the chirping birds haven’t clued you in yet, spring has officially started in the Northern Hemisphere. While this seasonal transition always brings some levity and excitement, it can…
Are you in a relationship where you feel like you’re going crazy? You’ve lost yourself, and you just don’t know what to believe anymore. If so, you may be a victim of a gaslighter. Gaslighting is a form of manipulation and control where a person tries to twist your sense of reality. This is abusive…
Communication is vital. Without it, we humans would never have been able to coordinate efforts and build –.well, civilization itself! However, just as you cannot force someone to love you, pushing folks to speak with you is also problematic. Caveats, of course, abound. But as an everyday, general rule of thumb, coercing anyone into doing…
You’ve probably heard of “soul mates” and “twin flames” — but what about “soul ties?” Some believe the concept has biblical roots; others trace the idea back to ancient Egypt. Whichever the case, relationship experts, spiritual advisors, and psychologists increasingly use the phrase to describe intensely bonded relationships. The intriguing — and frequently confusing —…
The idea of finding your soulmate can be a lot of pressure. It’s a common misconception that the term “soulmate” is reserved for romantic partners, but you can also have completely platonic soulmates! Contrary to popular belief, you can even have more than one soulmate. If you’ve never heard of platonic soul connections, you’re probably…
