10 Ego-Driven Habits that Harm Relationships & Tips to Change Ego can show up in our closest relationships in subtle ways. While it’s important to have self-confidence, letting ego take control can create conflicts, hurt feelings, and misunderstandings. If you’ve been having recurring arguments, feeling disconnected, or struggling to communicate effectively with your partner, ego might be part of the issue. Ahead, we’ll explore ten ego-driven habits that can impact relationships and offer...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Are You Too Controlling? People can be controlling for all sorts of reasons, but it often comes down to fear or insecurity. Maybe they feel like other parts of their life are out of control, so they try to overcompensate by taking charge of everything around them. Sometimes, past experiences like trauma or betrayal make them feel like they need to protect themselves by being in control. And for some, it’s just about wanting things to be perfect or predictable. At the end of the day, it’s...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
10 Types of Betrayal in Relationships 💔 When Trust Gets Broken Trust is everything in relationships. It's what makes you feel safe to be vulnerable with your partner, share your dreams with your kids, or lean on family when times get tough. But when that trust gets broken? It hurts deeply and can feel impossible to rebuild. Maybe you've discovered lies, felt let down by someone you counted on, or experienced betrayal in your relationship. You're not alone, and what you're feeling is...
2 months ago • 2 min read
When is anxiety a problem? Anxiety can feel overwhelming at times, leaving you tired, uncertain, or stuck in repetitive cycles of worry. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone, and help is closer than you think. When Does Anxiety Become a Problem? It's normal to feel anxious occasionally, but it can become a challenge if it starts to impact your everyday life. Here are a few signs anxiety might need extra attention: Trouble sleeping or relaxing Difficulty focusing due to constant worry...
2 months ago • 1 min read
2 Simple Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship Strong relationships don't happen by accident. They're built through daily choices to show love, appreciation, and care for one another. When life gets busy with work demands, family responsibilities, and endless to-do lists, it's easy to fall into autopilot mode with your partner. You might find yourself going through the motions without truly connecting or making them feel valued. Read More Maplewood Counseling Maplewood Counseling offers...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Helping Couples, Individuals, & Families Navigate Life's Challenges Same fight, different day? Break the cycle of repeated arguments with these 7 strategies. Do you feel like every argument leads you back to the same unresolved issues? You’re not alone. Many couples find themselves stuck in a cycle where familiar conflicts resurface time and again, despite their best efforts to move forward. These patterns can leave you feeling frustrated, unheard, and emotionally drained. Read More Want to...
3 months ago • 1 min read
8 Things That Make a Tough Situation Worse Here are 8 things that can make challenging situations even worse: Panic and Overreaction: Letting emotions take over can cloud judgment and lead to impulsive decisions. Blame Game: Pointing fingers instead of focusing on solutions can create tension and stall progress. Ignoring the Problem: Avoiding the issue only allows it to grow and become more difficult to resolve. Lack of Communication: Poor or no communication can lead to misunderstandings and...
3 months ago • 3 min read
8 Must Have Traits of a Good Partner Traits of a good partner include honesty, empathy, good communication skills, supportiveness, humor, responsibility, & loyalty. Learn more about the traits of a good partner. Read More 6 Ways Ego Can Ruin Your Relationship "Big egos create big problems. No egos create no problems." Learn how ego can damage a relationship and make you suffer. Read More Maplewood Counseling has been helping couples, individuals, and families in New Jersey for over 20 years....
3 months ago • 1 min read
3 Reasons Why You Can't Change ( and how it keeps you stuck) 3 Reasons Why It’s Hard to Change (+ how to start making small changes ) Change is tough—but why? Whether you’re trying to break bad habits, improve relationships, or learn something new, it can feel like you’re hitting a wall. You’re not alone! Change is challenging for all of us, but knowing why it’s so difficult can make all the difference. Read More 8 Reasons People Do Not Prioritize Their Relationship Strong, meaningful...
4 months ago • 1 min read