Relationships

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Forgiveness

Many of us struggle with the idea and act of forgiveness. Forgiveness can help when struggling with issues of anger, depression, and problems in relationships. In understanding forgiveness, it’s important to note forgiveness is not the same as acceptance, excuses, reconciliation, or pardons (Weeks, Gambescia, & Jenkins, 2003). Forgiveness is not acceptance, accommodation, or a …

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Healthy Relationships: An Introduction

Having healthy relationships are central to the human experience. In intimate romantic relationships particularly, emotions and emotion-driven behaviors can reach a fever pitch and have an impact of physical and psychological health. Anger and stonewalling especially can negatively impact the health of relationships (Haase, Holley, Bloch, Verstaen, & Levenson, 2016). Anger is one of the …

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