by Janna Michelsson | Apr 10, 2021 | Spiritual Advice
A date at home can be a small stretch of time you choose to share. It does not need a new purchase, a special outfit or a whole evening. Pick something you both want to do and make the preparation fit the time and energy you actually have. These nine ideas can work...
by Janna Michelsson | Apr 1, 2021 | Relationship Help
You can care about someone and find time with them difficult. The person may be a partner, relative, friend or someone with whom you share family responsibilities. Affection does not automatically tell you how much contact is workable or what behaviour you should...
by Janna Michelsson | Mar 13, 2021 | Relationship Help
Opening up after heartbreak can begin with deciding what you want to share, with whom and at what pace. It does not require dropping every boundary or proving that you are ready for another relationship. You may want romance, friendship, more time on your own or a...
by Janna Michelsson | Mar 7, 2021 | Relationship Help
People often use “unconditional love” to mean that their care is steady, even when someone makes a mistake or goes through a difficult time. The phrase can express commitment. It becomes confusing when it is used to demand unlimited access, silence about hurtful...
by Janna Michelsson | Feb 16, 2021 | Spiritual Advice
A trip together can bring different wishes, routines and responsibilities into the same plan. One person may want a busy day out while the other needs more quiet time. You do not have to enjoy every activity together for the trip to be worthwhile. Before booking, talk...
by Janna Michelsson | Feb 13, 2021 | Relationship Help
A thoughtful message can brighten your day. It can show that someone remembered a conversation, wants to make a plan or enjoys sharing something with you. But response times, emojis and message length cannot reliably tell you whether a person is in love. Instead of...
by Janna Michelsson | Jan 29, 2021 | Relationship Help
Love can be a valuable part of life, and wanting a partner is a reasonable wish. It does not mean the rest of your life has to wait. Whether you are single, dating or reconsidering what you want, it can help to look at the kinds of connection, care and everyday...
by Janna Michelsson | Jan 14, 2021 | Relationship Help
A relationship can feel distant for more than one reason. A broken agreement, an exhausting week, different expectations or a change in what someone wants may all need different responses. A list of supposed “relationship killers” cannot tell you which explanation...
by Janna Michelsson | Dec 27, 2020 | Relationship Help
Dating a friend can bring familiarity and new uncertainty at the same time. You may already enjoy each other’s company while knowing little about what romance, physical affection or commitment would mean between you. You do not need to eliminate every awkward...
by Janna Michelsson | Dec 21, 2020 | Relationship Help
After an apology, you may still replay what happened or feel that you should keep punishing yourself. The useful question is not whether you can force that feeling away. It is whether there is a specific responsibility left to address and what would help you act...
