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Beyond Just Positive: Navigating Toxic Positivity

Beyond Just Positive: Navigating Toxic Positivity

November 24, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCEmotions, Friendships, Relationships, Self-Compassion, Stress Management, Wellness0

“Everything happens for a reason”

“It could be worse”

“Delete the negativity”

“Just don’t think about it”

“Never give up!”

You’ve certainly said or heard some of these phrases before. It’s fairly common, and people who say them usually have …Read More

Attachment Style Impact on Relationships: Understand Yours"

Attachment Style Impact on Relationships: Understand Yours

November 12, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCRelationships, Couples Counselling, Dating, Emotions, Insecurities1

Do you ever wonder why you attract a certain “type” of people? Do you have patterns that you seem to repeat in relationships over and over again? Or maybe you noticed how the majority of …Read More

Overcome Relationship Insecurity: Tips to Build Confidence

Overcome Relationship Insecurity: Tips to Build Confidence

April 6, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCInsecurities, Anxiety, Couples Counselling, Dating, Relationships, Self-Esteem0

We all feel insecure from time to time in our relationships; it’s completely normal. However, some people feel like this most of the time, to the point where it becomes overly consuming for both partners. …Read More

Boost Emotional Intelligence: Why It Matters & How to Improve

Boost Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Why It Matters & How to Improve

March 30, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCPersonal Leadership, Career Goals, Emotions, Relationships, Social Skills, Worklife, Workplace1

Emotional intelligence is the capability to accurately identify and monitor your and other people’s feelings, as well as the ability to effectively manage your emotions.
You may know that general intelligence (IQ) can be important …Read More

My Partner Keeps Giving Me Advice Instead of Providing Emotional Support. Help!

My Partner Keeps Giving Me Advice Instead of Providing Emotional Support. Help!

May 13, 2019 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCRelationships, Couples Counselling, Emotions, Marriage, Social Skills4

Emotional support is one of the most important aspects of successful relationships. Knowing that our partner will comfort us and be there for us through difficult times enhances the feeling of connection and value of …Read More

Apologize to Your Partner: Mending Fences the Right Way

Apologize to Your Partner: Mending Feelings the Right Way

March 12, 2019 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCMarriage, Dating, Relationships9

“Successful relationships master the art of apology”
– The Gottman Institute

There is no such thing as a perfect partnership. However strong and stable your relationship may be, it inevitably stumbles from time to time. Disagreements happen, …Read More

Overcome Dating Burnout: 5 Steps to Refresh Your Love Life

Overcome Dating Burnout: 5 Steps to Refresh Your Love Life

February 6, 2017 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCDating, Emotions, Life Decisions, Marriage, Relationships, Self-Compassion, Self-EsteemLeave a comment1

“I’m done with dating. No, really! I don’t see the point of it anymore”
Is this something you have thought of or said aloud recently? You’re not the only one. Dating isn’t always as fun as …Read More

Identifying Narcissists: Signs You Have One in Your Life

Identifying Narcissists: Signs You Have One in Your Life

December 9, 2016 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCBoundaries, Change, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotions, Family, RelationshipsLeave a comment0

Narcissism has grown into becoming a common thrown across word these days. But what does it mean and who is a narcissist? The word took its origin in Greek mythology where a character named Narcissus …Read More

Flirting Styles Psychology: Unraveling the Art in Our Gestures

Flirting Styles Psychology: Unraveling the Art in Our Gestures

LinkDecember 6, 2016 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCDating, Friendships, Relationships, Social SkillsLeave a comment0

Flirting is defined as “to act as if one is sexually attracted to another person, usually in a playful manner”. Flirting is a behavior that both men and women can use freely to show interest …Read More

Reviving Sexual Interest: Reignite the Spark With Your Partner

Reviving Sexual Interest: Reignite the Spark With Your Partner

September 14, 2016 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCDating, Emotions, Marriage, RelationshipsLeave a comment0

Do you find yourself sleeping earlier than your partner to put off having sex with him/ her? Are situations where you fake a headache or fatigue when he/she brings up sex often? Do you use …Read More

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