The Importance of Kindness in a Relationship
The Importance of Kindness in a Relationship – Live Well HQ Relationships & Couples 4 Min Read October 2026 The Importance of Kindness in a Relationship Kindness is one of the most important foundations of a healthy, loving and lasting relationship. While many couples focus on communication, trust and intimacy, kindness is often the simple […]
Podcast: Getting Yourself “Bootcamp Ready” Before You Start Dating
If you’re thinking about getting back into dating, you might be wondering, “Where do I even start?”
Well, before you jump onto the dating apps, start swiping and organise that first date, I want to suggest something a little different.
Get yourself dating bootcamp ready.
Why You Don’t Have to Manage Anxiety Alone: How a Therapist Can Help
Anxiety is something we all experience from time to time. Stress at work, relationship difficulties, financial pressure, health concerns or uncertainty about the future can all trigger anxious feelings. However, when anxiety becomes persistent, overwhelming or starts affecting your everyday life, speaking with a therapist can provide valuable support.
The art of the pause, how slowing down saves relationships, a couples therapy technique explained in simple language
During a high-conflict relationship argument, your greatest, most destructive enemy is speed. When unhelpful cycles trigger, and defensive shields lock, we stop communicating to connect, instead, we communicate purely to defend. The gap between hearing your partner’s words and launching a counter-attack shrinks to milliseconds.
Why your strong friend might be struggling, exploring the hidden emotional load
We all have that one friend, the reliable pillar of our social group, the high achieving professional, or the family member who effortlessly coordinates everyone else’s needs. They are the person who always answers the phone in a crisis, remains steady when storms occur, and is universally perceived as having life completely under control. We call them the strong friend.