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Narcissistic personality disorder in relationships: you may think that’s what you have. But do you? “Narcissist” may be one of the hardest-working words in the relationship vocabulary right now. Your ex cheated? Narcissist. Your mother made Thanksgiving about herself? Narcissist. Your boss took credit for your idea? Obviously a narcissist.

Changing gender roles in relationships? In March 2026, The Guardian reported on research that made me do the intellectual equivalent of checking the calendar to make sure we had not somehow wandered back into 1954. According to the data, 31% of Gen Z men agreed that a wife should “always

Your sex life does not automatically expire when your AARP card arrives. Sex after 60 isn’t a myth. I know. Somewhere, someone just clutched a pearl, adjusted a cardigan, and whispered, “Do we really need to talk about this?” Yes. Yes, we do. Because one of the strangest things our

Every time women start taking up more space, culture seems to develop a sudden, urgent interest in making us smaller. Funny how that works, especially when it comes to beauty standards and women. Women get more political power, more sexual freedom, more financial independence, more professional visibility, and suddenly the

Understanding Workplace Trauma After Toxic Leadership I had a client once who had been a CEO. Not “CEO” in the Instagram bio, “I once sold six candles and now I’m a mogul” kind of way. A real CEO. The kind with a Board, budgets, strategy, staff, pressure, politics, and people

Emotional Labor in Relationships: Why Women Often Notice First There’s a thing I see all the time in couples coaching, and by “all the time,” I mean often enough that if I had a dollar for every woman who dragged, nudged, bribed, threatened, emotionally PowerPointed, or spiritually smoke-signaled her partner

That’s What She Said: Where Women’s Wisdom Takes the Mic Why Women’s Wisdom Deserves the Microphone There comes a point in a woman’s life when society starts acting like she’s supposed to quietly exit the conversation. Not dramatically. Not all at once. But slowly, she gets moved to the background.

“I’m not being mean. I’m just not actively making you comfortable.” There’s a point where a woman stops confusing being nice with being safe, and that’s usually the exact moment people start acting like she’s changed. It’s hard setting boundaries without guilt. She’s not yelling. She’s not being cruel. She’s

Why Long-Term Relationships Start Feeling Flat Long-term relationships rarely fade because something dramatic happens. It’s usually quieter than that. The relationship doesn’t break; it settles. You need to learn how to bring the spark back in a relationship. Because conversations get more efficient. Days get more structured. You stop asking

Why Long-Term Relationships Often Lose Spontaneity The most important long-term relationship advice you’ll hear: there’s a small phrase that can shift the tone of a long-term relationship in a surprisingly powerful way: “Why not?” Not the impulsive, throw-caution-out-the-window version; the grounded one. The version that pauses long enough to interrupt

Why your partner can’t be everything is a question many of us quietly wrestle with, especially when we believe romantic love should meet all our emotional needs inside a romantic relationship. Many of us grow up assuming that one intimate partner should provide all the things we need to feel fulfilled,

Comparing your relationship to others is something almost everyone does at some point, even people in healthy relationships who genuinely love their partner and feel satisfied with their own life. It usually doesn’t start with a big problem. It starts with a small moment — a picture, a post, or

If you are wondering, “should I buy my wife a vibrator,” you are joining a growing number of partners who are looking to prioritize intimacy and explore new dimensions of sexual pleasure within their marriage. It is a question that often comes with a mix of nerves and excitement, but

How intentional couples start the year strong is very important. Every January, we dust off our planners, download new habit trackers, and set bold intentions for the year ahead. We commit to eating better, saving more, exercising consistently, and advancing our careers. Goals, after all, are how we signal to

Key Topics Covered in this Podcast ADHD blueprint for women in relationships and the workplace Dr. Buckley emphasizes that the first step for ADHD women with ADHD is developing awareness of how their brains work. She shares her husband’s perspective that ADHD can be a “superpower” rather than a weakness

What is the five-minute habit that keeps couples close? Most couples talk every day. That’s not the same as connecting. The daily exchange usually sounds like this: “How was your day?” “Fine.” “How was yours?” “Fine.” And then you’re off to dinner, dishes, kids, emails, Netflix, bed. You shared words,

How to survive the holidays without hating each other? Ah, the holidays. Twinkling lights, cozy vibes… and a stress level that makes both of you snap at the person you vowed to love unconditionally. It’s sneaky. One minute you’re planning a cute gift, the next you’re arguing about whose aunt

We all know communication is key in relationships, but saying that is like saying “hydration is important.” Sure, it’s true, but it doesn’t tell you how much water to drink or when you’re dehydrated. The same goes for emotional connection. It’s not just about talking; it’s about checking in. Regularly. Intentionally. And sometimes

If you’re in perimenopause or menopause, chances are your body is throwing you curveballs. Sexual wellness during perimenopause and menopause is an important part of this stage of life that deserves attention and understanding. Hot flashes, sleep issues, mood swings—it’s a lot. But one topic that often gets left out of the

“What Vibrator Should I Get My Daughter?”: The Most Common Question I Get After My TED Talk Since my TED Talk, “Why I Gave My Teenage Daughter a Vibrator,” went live, I’ve received countless messages from parents, moms and dads alike. Most start with something like, “I never thought I’d be reaching

Talking about money with your partner isn’t always romantic, but it is essential. Want a stronger relationship? Start acting like a financial team. And honestly, most couples aren’t given the tools to do it well. We either avoid the topic altogether or we only bring it up when something’s already wrong.

Communication Strategies for Couples: Business Tools That Actually Work at Home The CEO-approved way to stop miscommunication in your marriage starts with learning to approach your relationship like a team. We often think about communication in marriage as something emotional and intuitive, but what if we borrowed a few techniques from

Therapy vs. coaching, which is the right one for me? This is a common question from individuals trying to decide whether the life challenges they are experiencing are at the level of needing a coach or needing a therapist. There is a lot of overlap between both practices, particularly if

When Marriage Inc. hit best-seller status, the messages started pouring in. Friends, family, colleagues, even acquaintances I hadn’t spoken to in years reached out with congratulations. They told me how proud they were of me, how huge an achievement this was, how exciting it must feel. I kept waiting for that feeling

In Chinese culture, Hua Mulan is an iconic female heroine, often connected with the Mulan complex: how this heroine illustrates the struggle for mompreneurs. As you might remember from Disney’s depiction of the heroine, Hua Mulan lived according to Chinese cultural standards until her father was conscripted for the army. To

In all fairness, it wasn’t the weather channel itself; it was an ad on its website (6:15 am, 2/17). The ad was for a treatment for erectile dysfunction, a device called the Eddie. The tagline is catchy, “Thrills without pills”, and the design is simple – a slightly oval-shaped ring

4 questions to ask to determine if you would benefit most from therapy or coaching. Do you need a therapist or an executive coach? There is a lot of overlap between therapy and coaching. While both practices are goal-based, a therapist typically drives therapeutic goals while a coach acts as

Executive coaching is a tool to support your professional growth, and knowing what to consider when vetting an executive coach is essential. An executive coach can help in a multitude of situations that hinder or delay getting to where you want to be in your career. For some individuals, executive coaching

My daughter’s high school varsity volleyball team won the State Championships this past weekend. It was an amazing experience to watch, even more so because this group of girls is incredible. They support each other, LIKE each other, visibly and audibly have fun when warming up or playing together, and

Joy. Lately, I’ve heard from many patients, friends, and family that it is getting harder to “find joy”.  Students feel trapped in an endless timeline of Zoom classes. Families are getting on each other’s nerves. Parents multitasking their roles as employees and home school teachers. Individuals feel isolated. How do you

You’ve decided to work with an executive coach to help with your career goals or professional development, and now you’re focused on setting goals for executive coaching. Now what? The platform of executive coaching is created from your goals, and establishing these goals is the first step towards your success. Executive

I’ve spent my career helping people figure out systems, strategy, and behavior in the workplace. Over time, I started noticing something: the same tools and approaches that make businesses succeed can also make relationships thrive. That idea became the spark for Marriage Inc. Think about it. We plan our careers, our

How often do you musterbate? What about the people you know? Some of them might musterbate a lot, maybe even daily. Now before you assume where this conversation is going, be sure you read that word correctly – MUSTerbate. While I wish I could take credit for creating this word,

Putting your career on hold doesn’t serve you — or your family. You dont have to sacrifice your career goals to prioritize your family. From an early age, women are taught that it is selfish to want things and that putting other people’s wants before their own is the epitome

I have a confession, many of you might relate to – I am a HUGE fan of the show “Friends”. So when the reunion show was announced, I was excited. As ridiculous as it sounds, I started crying within the first few minutes, right around the time David Schwimmer walked

Celebrating an empty nest, what is it? A friend of mine put a post on Facebook that hit me right in the primitive core of my maternal gut. The post read: “Crazy how it is the small things that make you pause. I went to set the table for dinner

“Do you think the school will have a graduation for the seniors?” “I can’t wait for summer and surfing and just being with my friends. Do you think the beaches will be open by then?” “When do you think we’ll be able to stop doing social distancing?” “What if the