kiraschetter, Author at Mindful Couch Therapy

8 Tips for Staying Connected with Your Partner

a couple in a relationship staying connected as romantic partners

There are many mistruths floating out in the universe about relationships. Most of these false ideas stem from our romanticized culture, and unfortunately can set us up for unrealistic expectations in romantic relationships. Two of the most prevalent misconceptions are that good relationships should always feel easy and that that person will be your rockContinue reading “8 Tips for Staying Connected with Your Partner”

Pet Grief: Dealing with Pet Loss

a young person deals with the grief of losing a loved pet

For me it happened a little over 14 years ago. A ball of white fluff walked into my house, we locked eyes, stared at each other with uncertainty and began our lives together. We spent the next 11 years together as best friends. She put her head in my lap when I felt my lowest,Continue reading “Pet Grief: Dealing with Pet Loss”

3 Ways to Fight for More Fairly and Improve Your Relationship

image of a couple arguing and fighting unfairly

I slam the door and become so enraged I throw my phone. “Oh shit”, I think, “I can’t afford to fix that if it breaks. Why are they like that?! Why do we constantly argue about the same thing? Who does cleaning, turn into finances and then somehow we are talking about something I saidContinue reading “3 Ways to Fight for More Fairly and Improve Your Relationship”