*** I wrote this blog after another devastating hurricane hit the Gulf South. As another storm approaches, we are reminded of past challenges, particularly the devastating floods of 2016 and Hurricane Katrina, which left a mark on South Louisiana. It’s hard not to feel a sense of … [Read more...] about Enthroned Over the Flood
Trust
True Sexual Intimacy: At the Intersection of Deep Physical and Emotional Intimacy
Physical and emotional intimacy are both integral components of a healthy and satisfying sexual relationship. Emotional intimacy is what seeds the trust required to be genuinely vulnerable physically. Without vulnerability, we naturally develop inhibitions in our sexual … [Read more...] about True Sexual Intimacy: At the Intersection of Deep Physical and Emotional Intimacy
Learning to Trust the Intuition of Your Body
Your body is sending you messages, and it’s time for you to start believing it. When I ask people to stop and think about the most important relationships in their lives, most bring to mind significant family members and friends, and some would think about their relationship … [Read more...] about Learning to Trust the Intuition of Your Body
Trust and Intimacy: The Essential Building Blocks of Deep Relationships
Trust and intimacy go hand in hand. It's crucial to recognize the interdependence between the two. If you deeply trust someone, an unspoken intimacy permeates your relationship. Knowing this information stays private, you can easily share details of your life with this person. … [Read more...] about Trust and Intimacy: The Essential Building Blocks of Deep Relationships
Responding to the Wreckage: 3 choices for relational wounds
3 Choices for Relational Wounds When things really take a negative turn in your romantic relationship, do you know how to restore it? Many people assume that clocking good relational times after a wounding must mean that the partner has healed and moved … [Read more...] about Responding to the Wreckage: 3 choices for relational wounds
Avoiding Pain Denies Your Joy
We all have our own ways of protecting ourselves. If you’ve been hurt or fear being hurt, then obviously we find ways to avoid dealing with pain again in the future. These ways of thinking or emotional self protective habits and behaviors were likely developed during a season … [Read more...] about Avoiding Pain Denies Your Joy
