It’s normal to think about the person we’re attracted to or someone we love. However, those thoughts and feelings, when left uncontrolled, can turn into something unhealthy. Regardless of why you found yourself in this situation, it is crucial to recognize that obsession is not the way to attain a healthy relationship.

Meredith Prescott, a NYC-based psychotherapist specializing in young adults and couples, suggests reframing your outlook. “Your role as a parent isn’t to fix everything around the holidays,” says Prescott. “Your role is to be a supportive person and listen to your child.”

For many of us, winter means shorter days, longer nights and less time spent outside — and if you suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), that lack of daylight can lead to a lack of energy or reduced interest in your favorite activities. Some people experience insomnia, anxiety or even depression as a result of the annual change of seasons.

Sometimes we must address our own needs (without being selfish) before we can think about helping others. But what are some of the key points to bear in mind when it comes to focusing on yourself during your self-improvement journey?

We know that there are different kinds and levels of attraction and that it can shift or transform in an instant. The crazy part is, you can be attracted to multiple people but in totally different ways. So, how do you know if you genuinely like someone in a romantic way?

It’s okay not to be okay sometimes, and it’s okay to need a little help to feel better again. We’ve gathered some simple ideas that you can easily do today or within this week to cheer yourself up a bit.

Every couple has their share of issues that need to be talked out and worked through together. In order to solve anything, it's important to come into the discussion with a clear mind and a willingness to hear your partner out and make compromises. But it can be tough to stay calm when you have an emotionally reactive partner.

It’s in our nature to worry, to think about all that could go wrong. Sometimes, though, we obsess over these possibilities—especially during times of uncertainty like COVID-19. Many (if not most) of us feel like our jobs are at stake. We feel as if we could get fired or let go at any given moment.

Since you spend so much time together, there's a good chance you'll notice if your partner is depressed. But it can still be tough to catch the earliest warning signs — much less know how to help. And yet, if you both know what to look for, it can mean finding ways to help manage their depression. Or, at the very least, simply offering your partner a little extra love.

Moving in together with your significant other is not a step to be taken lightly. Most people do it with the idea of moving toward the next level of their relationship, a greater commitment, and not just for convenience.