by David Nichels | Feb 16, 2021 | Relationship Counselling
A new relationship can bring up memories of being hurt, even when you want to enjoy getting to know someone. You may find yourself comparing messages, expecting a familiar disappointment or wondering whether you are ready to date at all. You do not have to erase your...
by David Nichels | Jan 29, 2021 | Relationship Counselling
You may enjoy spending time with someone and still be unsure whether you want the same kind of relationship. A missed social post, a private friendship or a preference about overnight visits cannot answer that question on its own. Look at what has been said, what has...
by David Nichels | Jan 14, 2021 | Relationship Counselling
A deeper connection can begin with an ordinary exchange: someone remembers what matters to you, listens to an answer or follows through on a plan. You do not have to reveal everything about yourself or become unusually outgoing to make a relationship meaningful. Start...
by David Nichels | Dec 27, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
Care often shows up in ordinary moments: someone listens, follows through on a plan or respects a limit without making you feel guilty. Those actions can help you understand a relationship, but no single gesture proves what another person feels. Use these examples as...
by David Nichels | Dec 20, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
Wanting to know where a relationship is going does not make you demanding. You can enjoy dating someone and still need to ask whether you want the same kind of commitment. The conversation may feel vulnerable because their answer matters to you. You cannot choose...
by David Nichels | Dec 5, 2020 | Relationship Counselling
Wanting to date a friend can bring hope and uncertainty. You already know parts of each other’s lives, but friendship does not tell you whether romantic interest is mutual or what dating would be like. A clear invitation can offer more useful information than trying...
