Gallery
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
Valentine's Day is near, and ROCD can rudely interfere with the day. Obsessions and mental compulsions block genuine connection, but there are a few things you can do to help. As Valentine’s Day approaches, couples worldwide are planning romantic gestures such as candlelit dinners, bouquets, and heartfelt cards. But mental health expert Noel McDermott argues that lasting love requires more than yearly displays of affection. 8 Tips to Spice Up a Relationship Dryspell This Valentine's Day. Dr. Castaldo's tips focus on dry spells resulting from a lack of connection between a couple and how to repair it. Over time, these patterns can add space to the relationship, making it harder to repair emotional intimacy—not just on Valentine’s Day, but in everyday interactions. 5 Ways to Grow Closer This Valentine’s Day. The good news? Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be a source of tension. Joy can only be experienced when you are in a safe and intimate relationship. Through repair, we can re-establish safety and the joyful connection we are designed for. I hope this Valentine’s Day will be a time for you to make amends to any relationship that needs repair, especially your marriage. I am so grateful for my life partner, my wife Valentine's Day is more than chocolates and flowers; it's an opportunity to set intentions for your relationship. Sit down with your partner and discuss your individual and shared goals. It's a chance to align your visions, strengthen your emotional bond, and ensure you're both on the same page. To prevent any unnecessary stress ahead of Valentine’s Day, do yourselves a favor and have this chat as early as possible, says relationship therapist Evon Inyang, LMFT. “Talk about it before But Valentine’s Day can also be hard for relationships because it puts pressure on them to be perfect. And if your relationship isn’t perfect on Valentine’s Day, you may feel disappointed Valentine’s Day is about your love for each other, not what your friends and family (and strangers) think about your relationship. References Gottman, J. M., & Silver, N. (2015). Shelton said that seeing a partner go above and beyond on Valentine’s Day may address doubts and make people more willing to work through their issues rather than end the relationship. Why you shouldn't use Valentine's Day to to fix your relationship. CBS-Pittsburgh. Tue, February 11, 2025 at 11:14 AM UTC. 6. Treating Valentine’s Day as a Fix-All Solution. Many couples believe that a grand Valentine’s Day celebration can compensate for ongoing relationship issues. While special gestures are important, they cannot replace consistent love, respect, and communication. If anything, Valentine’s Day should remind people to “amplify love” as much as possible. One way of doing that? If you’re in a relationship, plan a romantic vacation together. If you’re single, plan a trip or a girls’ trip. Make a promise that it will happen before the next Valentine’s Day rolls around; then plan (and save At the end of the day, Valentine's Day stands as a far gentler event than the ancient Lupercalia. We see it through the lens of heart emojis and carefully curated dates. But the essence remains. We seek love, belonging, and renewal. We come together in big or small ways to affirm that life carries hope. CBS Pittsburgh. Why you shouldn't use Valentine's Day to to fix your relationship. Posted: February 11, 2025 | Last updated: February 11, 2025. KDKA's John Shumway reached out to an expert for 50+ Non romantic valentine’s day quotes. The following is a great list of non romantic valentine’s day quotes: 1. “I’m not a smart man, but I know what love is.” – Happy valentine’s day. 2. “I would say I have an unfair advantage, because I’ve been programmed for love.” 3. “You had me at ‘hello’.” – Happy valentine CBS Pittsburgh. Why you shouldn't use Valentine's Day to to fix your relationship. Posted: February 11, 2025 | Last updated: February 11, 2025. KDKA's John Shumway reached out to an expert for Dating and relationship coach Sami Wunder says if you're single, Valentine's Day is the perfect day for celebrating yourself. "Firstly, don’t let all the hype get to you. Decide that it will be Valentine's Day is near, and ROCD can rudely interfere with the day. Obsessions and mental compulsions block genuine connection, but there are a few things you can do to help.
Articles and news, personal stories, interviews with experts.
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |