On the topic of marriage, famed poet and philosopher Kahlil Gibran writes ”…stand together yet not too near together: For the pillars of the temple stand apart, And the oak tree and the cypress grow not in each other’s shadow…”   There is no doubt that intimacy and closeness are essential characteristics of a successful… Continue reading Relationship Intimacy Closeness and Jealousy

Australian couples wishing to divorce after less than two years of marriage need to obtain a certificate from a marriage counsellor indicating that the marriage is irreconcilable. Usually one session will suffice to enable the counsellor to issue the certificate Couples should take advantage of the opportunity to explore their issues and improve their communication. Even if… Continue reading Divorcing Less 2 Years

Raising teenagers can place an extreme amount of stress on a marriage or relationship. Teens are developmentally attempting to learn about being their own individual and are developing their own identity. The role of parents is to protect and to help guide their child to become a functional and productive adult in the world. However,… Continue reading Relationship Issues Parents with Teenagers