Love is a fever. When a man is in love, he endures more than at other times; he submits to everything. These are the words of Friedrich Nietzsche. However, the…...

In order to enjoy a close and intimate bond with our partner, we need to be mindful of the emotional state of the relationship.  A high-quality sexual relationship will never…...

If you are hurting from a sexless marriage, it’s important to find the cause. What is the hidden drain on your sex life? A lot of people come to me complaining…...

There is no option available for a pain-free life. We do have the option to have our suffering be meaningful or meaningless. While that might not seem like such a…...

John Amodeo, PhD, MFT, writes about the power of being yourself and sharing your true feelings to make connections. Being human means having a longing to connect with others. Intimacy is the…...

Listen, I never say never. What can I say? I’m an optimistic person by nature. But, I’m also a psychotherapist who looks at patterns and underlying issues that often reflect…...

Joyce and I recently put out a link to a YouTube video of our son, John-Nuriel, singing Ben Platt’s beautiful song, “In Case You Don’t Live Forever.” He sings it…...

Relationships require feeling all the feels — no matter how uncomfortable, scary, or unpleasant. For two people to build intimacy, they both need to not only be aware of their…...

Did you see Brené Brown’s interview on CBS 60 Minutes a few weeks ago where she sang the praises of vulnerability? It spoke to me. In fact, it moved me so…...

What is emotional regulation? In this article, you will learn what emotional regulation is, and the skills you need to be mentally strong and healthy. It is better to conquer…...