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What is an exit affair?

I’m thinking about the lyrics to an old Englebert Humperdinck song “Please Release Me.”

When it was first released in 1967, it struck a chord, knocking the Beatles' Strawberry Fields Forever from the number one position by selling 85,000 copies a day!

Please Release Me” is the anthem of the Exit affair…

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The challenge of thought-stopping…

Modern Thought-Stopping techniques have roots in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.

However, Thought-Stopping is also an ancient method of self-management.

It is a well-known mental exercise in the East and the West, specifically, ancient Greek and Roman Stoic philosophy and Buddhism.

Ancient philosophers invite you to notice your thoughts and the degree to which you indulge them…

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What’s wrong with being Mono-Normative?

As a couples therapist, I often explore various relationship dynamics with my clients.

One emerging trend that's garnering attention is consensual non-monogamy…

It's a term used to describe relationships where partners agree to engage romantically or sexually with others outside their primary relationship.

Surprisingly, up to 5% of folks in the U.S. embrace such a lifestyle…

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Post Infidelity Stress Disorder Quiz…

Post-infidelity stress disorder (PISD) can be a challenging hurdle for couples to overcome.

However, with the proper guidance and support from couples therapy experts, recovery is quite possible.

I’ll offer a few insights from renowned thought leaders in couples therapy on post-infidelity recovery.

Additionally, I'll provide a post-infidelity stress disorder quiz, along with a scoring legend, to help individuals assess their experiences and navigate the path to healing…

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