We are one-week post-Valentine’s Day when the hype and thrill have faded, flowers have withered, and chocolates have been gobbled. Now that the official “love day” has passed, we are left with the day-to-day puzzle of living with and loving a partner who doesn’t always make us feel as special as we would...
By Emily Runyan
| April 1, 2025
Understanding Behavior as Communication
When children and teens act out or withdraw, they're not just misbehaving - they're communicating. Whether through tantrums,...
By Emily Runyan
| March 1, 2025
The Anatomy of Misunderstanding What Makes an Experience Traumatic?
Contrary to common belief, trauma isn't defined solely by the event itself. If it shifts your view of...
By Emily Runyan
| February 1, 2025
Misunderstandings often lie at the heart of our relationship conflicts. Like a game of telephone we played as children, messages between partners can become distorted,...
