Being twice-exceptional (2E) is like juggling fire while riding a unicycle—you’ve got incredible strengths paired with unique challenges.

If you’re 2E, you already know that life isn’t a straight line, but more of a zig-zag through brilliance, distraction, and the occasional “Where did I put my phone? Oh sh*t , I left it at the Dairy Queen.”

For those who identify as twice-exceptional, the journey of navigating attachment issues and family dynamics while leaving a lasting legacy can feel overwhelming.

But here’s the good news: with the right tools, including family therapy and emotional support, you’re not only capable of thriving—you’re building something extraordinary for the future.

Imagine two people in their sixties sitting together on the porch, quietly enjoying each other's company. There’s not much being said, but their silence is rich with understanding.

A glance, a soft laugh, or even a comfortable quiet—they don’t need words to communicate anymore. This isn’t the kind of love you see in young, fiery romances.

No, this is something deeper, more profound—a love that’s grown and matured over time, like a fine wine that gets better with age.

This is the language of older couples, and if you’re lucky, you might witness this beautiful bond up close.

It’s easy to lose sight of the deeper connection that nurtures long-term love nowadays—spiritual intimacy.

While emotional support and physical attraction are important, spiritual intimacy is the hidden thread that weaves everything together.

This deep connection creates a "sacred space" between partners, a space filled with mutual understanding, respect, and love that can grow stronger over time.

If you’re looking to create a relationship that’s not just about day-to-day life but also about spiritual growth and deepening your connection, then this post is for you.

We’re diving into how to build that sacred space in your relationship and why it can bring more joy, meaning, and love into your life.

In the not-so-distant past, infidelity was pretty straightforward—usually involving physical betrayal. But in today’s hyper-connected world, the boundaries of what counts as cheating have become much more complicated.

With social media, smartphones, and constant access to anyone, anywhere, are we all at risk of cheating without even realizing it?

This post takes a closer look at how infidelity has evolved in the digital age, the subtle ways it can creep into relationships, and what couples might do to protect themselves.

Ever watched a movie where you thought you had the plot all figured out, only to be surprised by a twist that keeps you hooked?

Relationships, like great stories, thrive on the unexpected. While it’s easy to settle into routine and predictability, it’s often the “plot twists” in our love lives—moments of surprise, growth, and even conflict—that add depth, excitement, and intimacy to our connection.

In this post, we’ll explore how these twists and turns in relationships, rather than derailing love, actually serve as crucial moments for growth. These plot twists—whether big or small—are what keep relationships dynamic and alive.

Online romance scams have risen to staggering heights, with devastating emotional and financial consequences. As someone who deeply values trust and relationships, this topic hits close to home.

I'm proud to call Bruce Harrison Jr., one of the founders of Malwarebytes, a good friend.

Through his blog, I've come to understand just how significant this issue is—affecting folks across all demographics.

With romance scams becoming more sophisticated, it's more important than ever to raise awareness and equip ourselves with knowledge to protect against these insidious attacks.

Let's dive deep into this critical issue, understanding the data, and offering concrete ways to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Imagine you and your partner are on a road trip. Everything’s going well until you miss a turn, and suddenly, your GPS is flashing, “Recalculating.”

Now, instead of enjoying the journey, you’re both tense, trying to figure out how to get back on track. Sound familiar? Relationships, much like road trips, rarely follow a straight path.

There are unexpected detours, U-turns, and plenty of recalculating moments.

But here’s the good news: just like your trusty GPS helps you find your way, there’s a Relationship GPS inside you, guiding you toward connection, even when you’ve strayed off course.

In this post, we’re going to dive deep into how your Relationship GPS works, why recalculating is part of the journey, and how to navigate love’s twists and turns with patience, humor, and good communication. So buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a meaningful (and SEO-optimized) exploration of relationships!

We’ve all been there: standing at an airport baggage claim, waiting for our luggage to emerge while wondering if it’s intact or if it even made the journey at all.

Now, imagine that each suitcase represents the emotional baggage we carry into our relationships—past trauma, unhealed wounds, fears of intimacy, and unmet needs.

We’re not alone at the baggage claim; everyone brings something, but how we handle it together determines the quality of the relationship.

This blog post delves into the idea of emotional baggage and how it affects relationships. We’ll explore the psychology behind emotional baggage, practical steps for unpacking it, and how love, patience, and communication are the keys to lightening the load.

Along the way, we’ll cite research to understand why we carry certain emotional luggage and how couples can manage it with empathy and humor. After all, relationships, much like travel, are smoother when we’re prepared for the journey.

Family life can feel like an unpredictable game at times.

One moment, things are flowing smoothly, and the next, everything shifts with a single move. It’s not too different from playing a game of Uno—where strategy, unpredictability, and a few well-placed cards can change everything.

In family therapy, these shifts in dynamics, power, and communication patterns are common, and they often mirror the emotional “wild cards” we encounter in our relationships.

Meet Anna and James, a couple who seemed to have everything going for them—until Anna noticed something off about James’ Instagram stories.

Sure, she saw his posts, but why was she hearing about photos and videos from their mutual friends that she didn’t see?

Enter the Close Friends feature—Instagram’s sneaky little way to curate a private audience, which James was using for more than just pictures of his morning coffee.

In this blog post, we’ll dive into digital infidelity and how platforms like Instagram have made hiding flirtatious behavior easier than ever.

Welcome to the world of the Close Friends Trap, where secrecy is just a click away, and trust can vanish just as quickly.

In recent years, the term gaslighting has entered the mainstream lexicon as a way to describe psychological manipulation in relationships.

However, a newer and darker twist on this concept is emerging through the meme "Gaslighting Gaslighters"—where partners who accuse others of gaslighting are often guilty of gaslighting themselves.

This phenomenon exposes the complex and ironic dynamics of projection, emotional abuse, and narcissistic behavior.

In this post, we’ll delve into the psychology behind gaslighting, also exploring the subtle difference between "discarding" and "no contact," and provide actionable insights into how to navigate these toxic relationship dynamics.

We all know about physical hoarding—the piles of clutter, the inability to let go of things we no longer need. But what happens when that hoarding takes the form of emotions?

Enter emotional hoarding—the accumulation of unresolved feelings, past grievances, and unspoken issues that pile up until they completely block healthy communication within a family.

Emotional hoarding is a sneaky disruptor of family relationships, leading to conflict, distance, and, often, a breakdown of trust and intimacy.

As a couples therapist, I’ve seen it play out many times, including in one family who stepped into my office: the Landers.

In this blog, we’ll unpack the concept of emotional hoarding, using the Landers as our case study to explore its impact on neurodivergent and neurotypical family members alike. Using research-backed insights, we'll also discuss how families can break the cycle and clear out their emotional clutter.