Why do people cheat? Research tells us the average couple waits approximately six years after an issue first appears before seeking help. This is a tragic statistic because many couples can be helped by couples counselling and avoiding divorce, particularly when cheating is involved. The psychology of affairs and why do people cheat on people … [Read more...] about The Psychology of Infidelity and Why Do People Cheat on People They Love
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Clinton Power Named “Relationship Influencer” by Sunshine Coast Daily
I was honoured to be recently featured in a 2-page feature in the Sunshine Coast Daily where I was named a relationship influencer and was interviewed about how I became a relationship therapist by another therapist, Joanne Wilson. You can see image of the lift out from the magazine below or read the transcript underneath the … [Read more...] about Clinton Power Named “Relationship Influencer” by Sunshine Coast Daily
Online Dating: How to Keep Yourself Safe
If you're meeting people through online dating, follow these safety tips Like shopping, online dating is more popular now than ever before. (Could you call it a kind of online shopping? Maybe). 1 out of 5 single people has dated someone they met online. We don’t have statistics for how many Australians are doing online dating. However, RSVP says … [Read more...] about Online Dating: How to Keep Yourself Safe
Love, Lust and Commitment In The Digital Age
Watch these world-leading sex and relationship experts share their best tips I just LOVE this video that contains a couple of my favourite sex and relationship experts answering the biggest questions people have about sex and relationships. Marisa Peer, Esther Perel, and Dan Savage were all on a panel at the A-Fest by Mindvalley event in Ibiza, … [Read more...] about Love, Lust and Commitment In The Digital Age
Is There a Reason Why We Keep Difficult People in Our Lives?
How many difficult people are in your life? Unless you live alone in a mountain cave or on your own private island, you probably have at least one difficult person in your life, someone who causes anxiety and conflict for others. But is there a reason we keep these hard cases in our lives? New university research says yes. Two researchers, … [Read more...] about Is There a Reason Why We Keep Difficult People in Our Lives?
The “Year 12 Divorce”: Don’t Let Your Marriage Be a Statistic
Therapists are reporting the phenomena of the "Year 12 divorce" is on the rise I was thrilled to be recently invited to write for the Mamamia blog on the topic of “Year 12 divorce”. This is the growing trend of marriages ending when the couples’ children finish school. A lot of therapists report that inquiries for relationship counselling have … [Read more...] about The “Year 12 Divorce”: Don’t Let Your Marriage Be a Statistic
Does Competition Lead to More Passion in Romantic Relationships?
The more competitive, the more passionate in romantic relationships, study finds. Modern human societies seem drastically different than ancient, tribal ones—but despite our technologies and physical evolution, some things are exactly the same. One major constant: competition for partners leads to more passion in romantic relationships. This … [Read more...] about Does Competition Lead to More Passion in Romantic Relationships?
The What, Why, and How of an Open Relationship
Curious if an open relationship can work for you? An open relationship is not for everyone. However, there are plenty of couples who are either curious, interested or just plain ready to open their relationship. Open relationships are not for the faint of heart. And they certainly aren't a solution for a failing relationship. Simply put, … [Read more...] about The What, Why, and How of an Open Relationship
Desperate and Dateless? Try the 5-Second Rule
Do you have problems meeting new dating partners? The 5-second rule can help you. I was recently searching on Amazon for some of the top-rating non-fiction books and stumbled across the book by author Mel Robbins called, The 5 Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage. I then watched Mel's TEDx talk, which has … [Read more...] about Desperate and Dateless? Try the 5-Second Rule
3 Essential Qualities to Look for in a Long-term Romantic Partner
Are you just unlucky in love, or attracting the wrong partners? If you’re often single or have just been unlucky in love, you may wonder what are the qualities to look for in a long-term romantic partner. There are three essential qualities to look for when you choose a long-term romantic partner. These three essential qualities carry different … [Read more...] about 3 Essential Qualities to Look for in a Long-term Romantic Partner