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14Feb 2017 by alexiamcleod

When “I love you” is not enough

Blog, Motivation, Relationship, Therapy, Tips

As children we learn the phrase I love you early by hearing it used consistently by society, family, and storybooks. Often we won’t experience a personal lesson in the actions that represent love before we actually enter the dating world. It is as easy to say the words I love you as it is to say hello or goodbye, but what does telling someone you love them REALLY mean and how will you act toward those you feel you love? Same goes for someone saying they love you. Do their actions reflect their words? Growing up Disney movies consistently tell the story of star crossed lovers that will be together against all odds. This leads many to feel that saying and feeling love are the only two things you need…

08Feb 2017 by alexiamcleod

Valentine’s Day Guide List to Self-Care

Blog, Relationship, Therapy, Tips

Valentine’s Day can be very enjoyable, but it can also be an intense and draining experience, especially if you plan on or because of different circumstances, spending it alone. It’s important to remember that just like you love & care for others, you need to love & care for yourself. Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to turn the V-Day expectation into Me Day Celebration To help guide you give an idea of what you can do for your Me Day celebration, we’ve put together a list of ideas of things you can do this Valentine’s Day that are all about making you feel special & showing you just how amazing you really are. Do something that makes you happy This seems obvious but it’s not as easy- especially on…

01Feb 2017 by alexiamcleod

Mr. Right isn’t always going to be Mr. Perfect

Blog, Relationship, Therapy, Tips

With Valentine’s Day coming up, let’s talk about relationships. Especially about finding the right person to be with. We all have a criteria and we want someone who can match them. However, those criteria can sometimes be unrealistic. Can you think of anybody in your life who has a very high - sometimes unrealistic - standards in choosing Mr. Right - or Mrs. Right? Maybe that someone is you or very close to you. The key in finding the right person is knowing the difference between knowing your own values and wanting what is best for you versus creating too high of an expectation from a person. This balance can be a tricky one to manage, but we hope our insight can help you clear up whether you’re looking for…

01Feb 2017 by alexiamcleod

5 Things You Need to Know about Finding the Right Person

Blog, Motivation, Relationship, Therapy, Tips

When you are single and on the market for love, it can sometimes be easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of excitement when someone good finally comes along; on the other hand, after a few too many “whirlwinds of excitement,” you may get to the point that you give up all together and don’t even notice when someone great is right in front of you. With Valentine’s Day coming up (cue the excitement from some, sighs from others), it is important to know what you are looking for when trying to find the right person. While everybody is different, we compiled a list of 5 things you need to know when you’re in the market. It’s important to know yourself first. It’s hard to know what you like…

18Nov 2016 by alexiamcleod

Know Your Deal Makers and Deal Breakers

Blog, Relationship, Therapy, Tips

As You Enter Into... A new love relationship, navigating this new chapter of your love story can get very complicated especially if you and your partner are looking through the rose colored lenses many of us have at the beginning of any relationship. For those of us looking for something long term and serious, its important to know the traits you definitely want to see in a potential partner, and the possible deal breakers. Having standards that are too low, might leave you unhappy, but having super high standards can end up making you feeling lonely. How do you find this balance? Know exactly what you want and need and what you don’t in a relationship. Navigating the ups and downs of a new relationship often gets complicated especially at…

21Oct 2016 by alexiamcleod

Domestic Violence Survivor Resource List

Relationship, Therapy, Tips

Miami-Dade Miami-Dade Advocates for Victims Hotline numbers: (305) 758-2546 or (305)247-4249 (Homestead) Hotline TTY numbers: (305) 758-2546 or (305)247-7674 (Homestead) P.O. Box 380817 Miami, FL 33238-0817 Administration: (305)758-2804, ext. 224 FAX: (305)756-1347 Shelters: The Lodge Hotline number: (305) 693-0232 P.O. Box 470728 Miami, FL 33147 Administration: (305) 693-1170 FAX: (305) 693-2831 http://www.thelodgemiami.org/ Shalom Bayit (For Jewish Victims of Domestic Abuse) SHalom Bayit offers full spectrum of compassionate and confidential services to survivors and their children who are victims of domestic abuse. In order to help them make the transition to a new life free of fear and intimidation, JCS Shalom Bayit offers short-term stays in a safe house, financial assistance, counseling, child care, job training and placement. Pro bono legal and medical services are offered as available. Shalom Bayit Hotline…

18Oct 2016 by alexiamcleod

Dating 101: Your Guide to Getting Back into the Scene

Blog, Relationship, Tips

Getting back into the dating game can be intimidating. Between feeling awkward, not knowing how the other person feels, and the all-around stress of the vulnerability you put yourself through by dating, it can all be enough to send someone running for the hills and wanting to give up on dating all together. If this post is already stressing you out, it’s time to breathe a sigh of relief because I have some good news: dating doesn’t have to be like that. Dating can be fun and enjoyable regardless of the other less enjoyable factors. Here are a few tips that may make navigating the dating life a little bit easier for you. Know Yourself First. This tip should be your first priority, as it will help lay the foundation…

14Oct 2016 by alexiamcleod

Domestic Abuse and Violence: What The Eyes Can’t See, The Heart Can Feel

Blog, Events, Relationship, Therapy

The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports that in the US, 33.3% of women and 25% of men have been victims of some sort of abuse in an intimate relationship at some point in their life. This means that 1 in 3 women we have met in our life has been affected by domestic abuse and 1 in 4 men we know has been victimized in an intimate relationship. Although, this may be a disturbing statistic, we have the power and the means to influence and change this madness. How do we begin? We start with knowing the signs. They are not always immediately visible and because we always look for the best in our partners, we often brush it aside when they are consistently appearing. It is also important…

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