by Dr. Deborah Hecker | Aug 12, 2025 | Relationships
“It shouldn’t be that complicated,” is a comment I hear frequently from struggling couples I work with, referring to marriage. But the reality is, marriage and romantic partnerships are very messy and complicated. Think about it, when you share a living space with...
by Dr. Deborah Hecker | Jul 11, 2025 | Relationships
Dear Followers, The world’s longest scientific study of happiness, conducted by Harvard researchers, shows that strong relationships keep us healthier and happier. This references all types of relationships – friends, family, romantic, work colleagues – regardless of...
by Dr. Deborah Hecker | Jan 26, 2024 | Relationships
Most days, I feel like I’ve seen and heard all there is to know when it comes to relationships. I have been a therapist for decades, after all. Then there are days that completely turn me around and remind me there’s still room for awe and surprise. One of my female...
by Dr. Deborah Hecker | Dec 1, 2023 | Generosity
The critical role of generosity in personal and professional success It turns out humans are wired to be kind and giving to each other. Generosity as a practice may be cultivated everyday. The word generous isn’t the first word that comes to mind when someone talks...
by Dr. Deborah Hecker | Oct 19, 2023 | Relationships
Today’s Advice Highlights How does a relationship become dysfunctional? What are the common red flags to watch out for? Is calling it quits the best course of action to recover from a toxic relationship? When we start a new relationship, we put most of our attention...
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