Seven Marriage Myths – Part 1 Posted on May 18, 2026, updated on May 19, 2026 by Gateway Counseling If believed will sabotage your marriage. Currently only 46% of U.S. adults are married 1, down from two-thirds in 1950. Cohabitation has risen and divorce rates for first marriages are around 40%. At the same time, research shows married adults have higher life satisfaction, better physical health, and even live about two years longer than… Read More
The Gut–Anxiety Connection: A Life and Brain Health Coach’s Perspective Posted on May 14, 2026, updated on May 21, 2026 by Gateway Counseling If you’ve ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach before a big moment or noticed digestive discomfort during stressful periods, you’ve already experienced the powerful link between your gut and your brain. As both a life coach and brain health coach, I see this connection play out constantly in people who feel stuck in cycles of… Read More
The Difference Between the Conscious and Unconscious Mind: Understanding the Divide Posted on May 12, 2026, updated on May 12, 2026 by Gateway Counseling Why can’t I get myself to do what I say I want to do? Why can’t I get myself to stop doing what I say I want to stop doing? To answer these questions we need to delve into the fascinating realms of psychology and human behavior. One concept that often emerges is the distinction… Read More
Why You’re Drawn to Familiar Relationship Patterns Posted on May 5, 2026, updated on May 5, 2026 by Gateway Counseling Have you ever noticed yourself drawn to partners who mirror the emotional patterns of your caregivers? Maybe you find yourself in relationships where love feels conditional, or conflict erupts in ways that echo arguments from your family dinner table decades ago. These repetitions are not random bad luck. According to object relations therapy, they are… Read More
