COUNSELING THAT REBUILDS CONNECTION FIX THE PATTERN, NOT THE PERSON
Every relationship goes through its fair share of difficult times, and even the most loving marriages can face struggles when communication feels off. It’s not always a sign that the connection is broken beyond repair. It just may mean you need extra support and some tools to help you both express yourselves more effectively. Counseling, even for couples who are not considering divorce, can offer a space to feel heard, understood, and on your way back to each other. A professional can help couples move toward more honest conversations and offer new perspectives for change. SOLUTIONS, NOT SHOUTING MATCHES A therapist can teach couples how to work through disputes for real solutions rather than getting stuck in the same negative patterns. They will be able to identify underlying emotions, triggers, and unspoken needs that may be causing conflicts to erupt. Sometimes, the reasons arguments are happening aren’t clear in the moment, and a counselor can help pinpoint what problems actually need to be addressed. Therapy provides techniques to resolve conflicts with a growth mindset. DEEPER UNDERSTANDING, DEEPER CONNECTION Both people in a relationship contribute to the quality of the relationship. Sometimes, especially if resentment or distance has already formed, it’s hard to see where your partner is coming from. A counselor will help you understand each other’s differences and the role each of you plays in the problems that are going on. When couples are willing to openly express their needs and emotions, it can help repair intimacy and trust.
A BETTER VOCABULARY, STRONGER RESULTS One of the biggest things a counselor can help a couple do is build better communication skills together. We often speak from our emotions, and while we should share how we feel, we don’t always recognize how we are saying it. Therapists listen and ask questions to guide the discussion and ultimately ensure no one gets into the blame game or goes into defensive mode. They can point out habits that are getting in the way, such as eye-rolling or “I” statements. At Bruce Law Firm, we know that counselors can help save a marriage on the brink. If you are considering therapy, visit our website, StayMarriedFlorida.com , for a directory of local professionals and more resources on counseling.
GRILLED WHOLE CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES
INGREDIENTS •
1 whole chicken 1 lemon, halved
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3 bell peppers, quartered
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1 zucchini, sliced
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2 tsp onion powder
1 summer squash, sliced 2 red onions, quartered
Salt and pepper, to taste
Extra-virgin olive oil
DIRECTIONS 1.
Turn the grill on high heat.
2. Using kitchen shears, cut along both sides of the chicken’s backbone and remove it. 3. Turn the chicken over on a baking sheet and press it flat. 4. Squeeze the lemon over the chicken and season with onion powder, salt, and pepper. 5. Brush the chicken and grill grates with olive oil. 6. Place the chicken skin-side down onto the grill. 7. Grill for 12–15 minutes until charred. Flip the chicken and grill for 25–30 minutes. Flip it again and let it cook fully before removing from the grill and letting it rest. 8. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper, then brush them with olive oil. 9. Grill the vegetables for 6–7 minutes, until tender. Enjoy!
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