Posts in relationships

“Is it wrong to need my space?” In defense of the distancer.

One partner wants proximity, while the other wants distance. This pursuer-distancer dynamic is super-common and can become a persistent theme that causes arguments. In this blog post, we’ll explore what’s really going on for the distancer. A quick teaser: They’re not just being difficult.

relationships, couples therapyAndrew KushnickSeptember 3, 2018attachment, attachment theory, communication

Put your phone down, and what do you get?

Our little glass boxes are enticing… even addictive. Our necks are craned downward, fixated on this device for hours. But the real world awaits. It’s calling out and inviting us. Is it worth it? Should we lift our heads up? Is it worth it? What would we get if we put our phones down?

mindfulness, relationships, anxietyAndrew KushnickJuly 5, 2018technology, self-discovery, intimacy, spirituality, self-help