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Validation Definition: Stop Basing Worth on Achievement Validation definition: What does validation really mean? And why do so many people confuse it with approval or achievement? In this episode, Dr. Amanda explores the validation definition and explains why we often tie our self-worth to success. As a result, achievement can start to feel like […]
The Worst Lies in a Relationship And Why They Destroy Trust Faster Than Anything Else! Trust is the quiet foundation most relationships rest on. When it cracks, everything built on top of it starts to shift. People ask me all the time what the worst lies in a relationship actually are-not the little white […]
Why Anxiety Without Reason Makes You Hide Naked Have you ever been with someone you care about, only to suddenly feel anxiety without reason and become painfully aware of your body? Instead of enjoying the moment, your mind starts pointing out everything you’d rather change. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In this […]
Understanding Depersonalization Disorder: Why Reality Can Feel Unreal Depersonalization disorder differs greatly from the brief moments when the world suddenly feels slightly off. For instance, after a night of bad sleep when you’re preparing to go to work, you notice your voice starts sounding like it belongs to someone else. Or, maybe you came […]
Dead Bedroom: Why It Isn’t Actually About Sex A dead bedroom is rarely just about sex! In this video, I explain why desire often shuts down, why trying to “fix the sex” usually makes things worse, and how reconnecting with yourself is often the first step toward rebuilding intimacy with your partner. About […]
Why Romantic Adventures Are Crucial for Relationship Success Have you ever noticed that the joyful couples are the ones who always find time for romantic adventures? They have been together for years and still seem genuinely excited about each other. They laugh easily and have inside jokes born of shared chaos. Then there are […]
Negotiation Meaning for Your Marriage: STOP using Lazy Language Healthy conflict brings couples closer. Criticism pushes them apart. In this episode, I explain the negotiation meaning in relationships. You’ll learn why phrases like “you never” and “you always” create defensiveness. I also share a simple communication shift that helps couples feel more connected instead […]
The Right Ways to Say Goodbye Choosing the right ways to say goodbye is not easy. All of us have done so hundreds of times before, yet each time it feels uncomfortable. Waving at the airport, saying goodbye at the train station, hugging at the departure gate, sending a late-night message, standing next to […]
Interrupting Meaning: How to Stop Your Partner’s Interruptions Wondering about Interrupting Meaning and why it keeps happening in your relationship? In this video, I explain Interrupting Meaning and share my simple Stop, Confirm, Ask technique to help you stop talking over each other and start feeling heard. Relationship tips on how to stop interrupting […]
Understanding Your Family System: How Relationships Shape Who You Are A family system isn’t just a group of people who share a last name. It is a living network of emotional connections, unspoken rules, and deeply ingrained habits. Everyone in the system affects everyone else. What one person does sends ripples through the whole. […]
Defensiveness: 2-Minute Script that ENDS Relationship Arguments Defensiveness can turn even small disagreements into painful arguments. In this episode, I explain why defensiveness shows up, how it damages emotional safety, and what you can do to stop it from turning every conversation into an argument. If you’ve been stuck having the same fight over […]
Women-Led Marriage: A Psychological Perspective on Power and Partnership Another form of marriage that has slowly gained some interest among couples and therapists is the women-led marriage (WLM). Women-led marriages refer to a marital setup where the woman takes charge of decision-making, and all parties concerned have agreed to this arrangement. There has been […]
Pros of AI in Your Relationship (It’s Not What You Think) When we talk about the Pros of AI, we often focus on productivity and convenience, but what about our relationships? In this episode, I’m exploring the Pros of AI through the lens of emotional connection, sharing what I’ve seen in my work with […]
Mental Health Benefits of AI With rising global mental health challenges, it is inevitable to start wondering if there are any mental health benefits of AI. If so, how can an artificial intelligence tool help us cope with stress, anxiety, and burnout? Many have already started using ChatGPT to consult on any concerns they […]
Conversation with Dr. Amanda Pasciucco and Kara Sundlun If you’ve been in a long-term relationship, you probably know the feeling – that slow fade where the passion and intimacy just quiet down. Between work, kids, chores, sports, stress, and everything else life throws at us, it’s easy to wonder if this phase is just […]
