Are you grieving more than just your marriage?
Divorce doesn’t only end a relationship—it dismantles the life you thought you were building. Many single mothers grieve secondary losses after divorce: the loss of extended family, financial safety, shared traditions, social belonging, and the future they imagined for their children. These layered losses intensify grief and leave many women feeling overwhelmed, disoriented, or ashamed for not “being further along.” This article names those losses, explains why they hurt so deeply, and offers a grounded path toward understanding and healing.
Category Archives: Couples
21 Winter Date Ideas for Canadian Couples
Struggling to prioritize your relationship this winter? This list of 21 intentional date ideas helps Canadian couples reconnect during the busy holiday season. From cozy indoor nights to snowy adventures—there’s something for every couple. Bookmark and share with your audience!
Free Relationship Check-In Guide
Strengthen Your Relationship Proactively with this Bi-weekly Guide A relationship check-in guide can be one of the most powerful tools couples use to maintain a strong, healthy partnership and catch potential issues before they become serious problems. Just like regular health checkups keep your body functioning well, consistent relationship assessments help you and your partnerContinue reading “Free Relationship Check-In Guide”
Identifying Relationship Killers: What to Watch Out For
In relationships, “relationship killers” such as criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt threaten love and understanding. Research by John and Julie Gottman highlights these harmful behaviors as predictors of divorce. Addressing these patterns promotes healthier communication and encourages resilience in partnerships. Attention to appreciation can restore connections.
Separation or Divorce: Talking to School-aged Children
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Prepare to talk to children about family changes together. Plan and script your message, anticipate questions, reassure children, emphasize it’s not their fault, provide concrete information, and seek help if needed. Avoid sharing unnecessary details and giving false hope.
Money Issues in Relationships
Money issues in relationships are rarely about numbers alone. Financial conflict often hides deeper fears about security, fairness, and trust. If conversations about money keep turning into arguments, this guide explains why—and how couples can rebuild collaboration instead of resentment.
How to Reduce Family Conflict During Holiday Gatherings
The chain linking family and fighting can be broken. Learn how to recognise early warning signs and reduce family conflict during holidays—before tensions explode.
WARNING – Red Flags in Relationship
4 questions for women who are dating to ask themselves before they commit. This choice will affect your life and the well-being of your children. Long-term Implications for the danger signs are suggested. Decide if you don’t fit to quit!
The Legacy of a Father’s Love and Influence
This heartfelt tribute celebrates therapist Tania B’s father, Frank E., highlighting his influence through humour, support, and love. Despite struggles with illness, his lasting impact inspires others to cherish parental bonds and foster love in family relationships.