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6 Honest Signs You’re Not Ready For A Relationship … Yet

March 26, 2019 by Eric Williams

When everyone around you seems to be dating and are in a relationship, you may start asking yourself, “When’s my turn? When will I find love?”

Society gives us messages every day of every month that we should be dating by a certain age, having sex by a certain age, married by a certain time, and having children at some point as well. And if you are still single and not hitting these socially-constructed milestones, then society says there’s something wrong with you.

But there’s a reason you haven’t found true love in healthy relationships … yet.

Ask yourself this: “Am I ready for a relationship?”

Does it mean that you should be ready for a relationship just because “they” say you should be in one? Are you truly ready to love and be loved?

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Photo by Justin Follis on Unsplash

Filed Under: Single and dating

You’re A Selfish Jerk + 7 Other Truths Cheaters Must Own Up To

March 26, 2019 by Eric Williams

Is an old flame reaching out to you on Facebook? Is there a “friend” you’re spending more time talking to or hanging with whom makes you feel better than your partner does? Do you feel that you deserve better attention emotionally, physically, or both than you currently receive in your relationship?

If you’re reading this article, most likely you’ve either contemplated an affair, committed an affair, or been hurt by one. And if you’re experiencing situations similar to these, I highly recommend you take a moment to reflect on cheating in a relationship.

To enjoy the full article, please click here.

Photo by Kal Visuals on Unsplash

Filed Under: Heartbreak

5 Healthy Ways To Heal Your Heart After A Bad Breakup

March 26, 2019 by Eric Williams

Not all breakups are the same. Whether you are the unfortunate recipient or the deliverer of those dreaded relationship-ending words, learning how to get over a breakup can feel impossible, when you have no idea how to heal a broken heart.

In the aftermath, your emotions are a constellation of negative vibes — lonely, hurt, angry, dejected — day in and day out. “How can you mend a broken heart?”you wonder. “And how long does it take to get over someone?”

The sad truth is nothing you or anyone else does can make you feel any better immediately after a breakup.
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Photo by Anh Nguyen on Unsplash

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7 Ways To Take Your Relationship From Good To Great In No Time

March 26, 2019 by Eric Williams

Let’s face it! Relationships are hard work. The mere fact that careers have been birthed from the difficulty of relationships really underscores how difficult they are (i.e. marriage therapists, divorce attorneys, relationship bloggers, etc.). No matter if you were matched by your best friend, E-Harmony, or Tinder, the real work begins with you and your spouse, not the “experts” pairing you together. But of course, you knew this.

The “experts” didn’t tell you that your spouse snores heavily at night. They also didn’t tell you your spouse never had a positive figure to model how to be the spouse you seek long-term? And I’m sure they didn’t tell you that although you’re a nice person with an expensive education and a great career, you’re still going to hurt your spouse and your relationship in the process.

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Filed Under: Relationship Improvement

8 Beautiful Life Lessons I’ve Learned From Raising Children With Autism

May 15, 2018 by Eric Williams

In honor of National Autism Awareness Month, not only do I want to shed light on autism and how it affects children and families, but I want to acknowledge the many beautiful life lessons I’ve learned as a parent of children with autism.

My wife and I have identical twin boys whom just celebrated their 10th birthday. They began their autism journey born eight weeks premature with a week in the neonatal intensive care unit. In addition to the diagnosis of autism, our kids have a medical history of asthma, attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), epilepsy, and pica. This is our experience; however, not all families of autism have the same narrative.

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13 Tough Truths Only Parents Of Kids With Autism Will Understand

May 15, 2018 by Eric Williams

Autism is not a childhood diagnosis; it is a lifetime diagnosis. And it’s not a diagnosis that affects one person. It affects the entire family and beyond.

I know this because I am a father of 7-year-old identical twin boys on the spectrum. I don’t profess to be an expert on autism, but I am an expert on my boys.

As fathers, we are an essential component of this autism phenomenon, and our parenting experience is unique. Here are 13 observations (and some advice) that dads of kids with autism will understand and everyone needs to know.

Click here to read the rest at YourTango.com

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14 ‘Love Phrases’ Husbands Need To Know (That Might Even Save Your Marriage)

March 15, 2018 by Eric Williams

No matter what approach you try, do you still say the wrong comments to your wife? Or perhaps you have learned that you can’t communicate without causing a fight, so you’ve decided to keep quiet — only angering her further.

You’re trying to improve your communication and save your marriage, but every little thing you say (or don’t say) seems to be taken the wrong way.

Oftentimes as men, we speak too little in our intimate relationships, which chips away the effectiveness of our communication. Consequently, our wives will negatively interpret our words, or lack thereof, thereby influencing how they feel in the marriage. So what we eventually consider to be “nagging,” “annoying,” or “starting an argument,” is really a reflection of how much and well we communicate.

Click here to read more at Yourtango.com.

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17 Easy Ways To Become A Better Husband For Your Wife Every Day (& Improve Your Marriage In The Process)

February 22, 2018 by Eric Williams

For any man who’s a husband, there’s a good chance you’ve upset your wife at some point.

For some of you, it was just this morning. And at some time, you may have heard, “I don’t feel like you love me,” or “We don’t do anything anymore,” or “You need to get your stuff together.”

Being a man does not come with a manual — and neither does being a good husband.

So what does it take to be a good husband, and in turn, have a happy marriage?

If you want to make sure you’re doing a great job as a husband, then there are some things you’ll want to make sure you’re doing — that will result in a happy marriage, too.

To read the full article, click here.

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5 Ways To Help Your Man Find His Purpose As A Husband

February 11, 2018 by Eric Williams

Ask yourself the following questions:

  • Do you wonder whether your husband understands his purpose as a husband?
  • Is he still trying to live like a single man?
  • Do you think he is incapable of loving you the way you need?
  • Do you wish he did more for the marriage or to improve himself?

If you answered “yes” to any of these, or you know someone who would answer “yes,” please continue reading.

We have multiple purposes as men. But, one of the hardest—yet most important—is learning to love and honor YOU. We are becoming more aware of our shortcomings in this area and that’s why I want to share this with you.

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5 People To Consider This Holiday Season

December 4, 2017 by Eric Williams

Thanksgiving and Christmas are often considered to be the best times of year. These holidays often come with the expectation of time off from work, quality time with family and friends, vacations, damn good eating and eminent match-ups in football and basketball (or perhaps these are just my expectations). But this time of year is also about compassionate giving of time and resources to those less privileged. There are tons of charities in which you can donate (i.e., Salvation Army, Red Cross, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, etc.). And these well-established charitable organizations have ensured the viability of a range of individuals and families. But as you look around your city and your neighborhoods, there are still some people that may not be connected to a helping professional, supportive family, or charity. Here’s a short list of people (not charities) you can also contribute to.

  1. The elderly – Often times there’s an elderly person or couple that may not be as connected to the community or neighborhood. You know this because you rarely see them outside and you only know their name because you occasionally receive their mail. Take a moment and let them know you care by actually sending them a heartfelt message in a card or offering a service you provide (i.e., cooked meal, raking their yard, decorating the home, etc.). And thank them for their decades of contribution to society. At one time, they were contributing to society as much as or more than you.
  2. First responders – First responders (i.e., police, firefighters, EMS) are a group that gets very little recognition until you need them. And you don’t really need them unless something bad has happened. That means a thank you is often lost in the adrenaline of helping you or the aftermath of other paperwork they have to complete. Offering a nice “just because” small token of appreciation for their commitment to your community is like holiday food for their soul.
  3. Military service members – We always talk about how much we appreciate their service to our country. Of course they receive 10% off discounts in many places they shop, but how do YOU show your appreciation for their service? I’m not talking about standing for the national anthem either. Many service members are often geographically displaced (i.e., deployed to some foreign sea or land), and some are still working as first responders on a military installation. Take a moment to share your appreciation with a service member and/or their loved ones for their continued service during the holidays.
  4. The homeless – Ok…here me out on this one. The homeless were not always homeless people. In fact, they are people first that just happen to be homeless for whatever reason (i.e. ostracized for sexual orientation, mental health issues, finances, unemployment, etc.). And, sure, they may be on drugs or abuse alcohol, but let s/he who has not had a drink or smoke or whatever during a tough time cast the first stone. Ok then! Let me also point out that being homeless is still considered to be a tough time, and it’s cold outside. Let’s remember they are people first. And a bottle of water, cup of coffee or hot chocolate, a small bite to eat, or whatever small gift you can give with an encouraging word or prayer is a life-giving moment for them.
  5. The victimized – Victimized people come in all ages, races, disabilities, economic statuses, and gender. Sex trafficking (which primarily affects women and children) should be considered a national and international crisis. Children with disabilities are also more often to be victims of abuse and neglect by both adults and peers. Domestic violence, sexual assault, gang violence, police brutality (I know I was just saying be nice to police above, but c’mon not all police are abusive), are just a short list of instances where people are victimized. While you may not know who these people are, you do know local agencies that can help. Support those nonprofits. And if you see something, say something and do something.

This list could go on to include other groups. Please feel free to add to this list with groups you have assisted or would like to bring to people’s attention during this season. Although the focus is on the holiday season, hopefully you will decide to make this a lifetime commitment.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Eric A. Williams, PhD, LCMHCS, LMFT, BC-TMH, NCC



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