Welcome to my Blog

Thank you for stopping by. This space is where I share research, reflections, and practical tools drawn from my experience as a marriage and family therapist.

Are you a couple looking for clarity? A professional curious about the science of relationships? Or simply someone interested in how love and resilience work? I’m glad you’ve found your way here. I can help with that.

Each post is written with one goal in mind: to help you better understand yourself, your partner, and the hidden dynamics that shape human connection.

Grab a coffee (or a notebook), explore what speaks to you, and take what’s useful back into your life and relationships. And if a post sparks a question, or makes you realize you could use more support, I’d love to hear from you.

Be Well, Stay Kind, and Godspeed.
~Daniel

P.S.

Feel free to explore the categories below to find past blog posts on the topics that matter most to you. If you’re curious about attachment, navigating conflict, or strengthening intimacy, these archives are a great way to dive deeper into the research and insights that I’ve been sharing for years.

 

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Crush boring tasks with these 2 wicked-cool hacks…

Feeling like a work zombie lately? You're not alone.

But fear not, gentle reader, for researchers have decoded the secret to reclaiming your focus amidst the dullest of tasks… let’s jump in…

Recent studies unveil two simple yet potent techniques: setting goals and embracing feedback.

Yes, you heard that right – the antidote to workplace ennui might just be a well-crafted goal… and a sprinkle of constructive criticism…

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The Power of Biophilia…

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, where screens and concrete dominate our surroundings, the call of nature echoes with a newfound urgency.

Recent research delves into the profound impact of nature immersion on our cognitive faculties, shedding light on the age-old wisdom championed by naturalists like Henry David Thoreau…

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36 Questions to fall into love…

When psychologist Professor Arthur Aron and his team experimented with these specific questions, they discovered that 30% of participants formed the closest relationship of their lives.

Remarkably, these folks achieved a level of closeness comparable to relationships that typically take years to develop...

…and here they are! Let’s jump in!

Originally designed to study the formation of relationships, these questions have proven to be not only insightful… but also enjoyable for most participants…

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What is Spontaneous Trait Transference?

Ever heard of Spontaneous Trait Transference?

It's a bit of a quirky psychological phenomenon that's worth knowing about.

So, here's the scoop. If you're busy praising others for being genuine and kind, your acquaintance is likely to think, "Hey, this person must be pretty genuine and kind too!" It's like spreading good vibes and having them bounce back to you…

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