The Five Love Languages, The Basics
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghFebruary 20, 2023 communication, couples communication, couples counseling, couples therapy, dating, healthy relationships, the five love languages0 comments
Have you ever felt like you were putting a lot of effort into showing love to your partner, but they just didn’t seem to be getting the message? Or maybe you have felt like you and your partner aren’t speaking the same language when it comes to showing affection. Learning which of the five languages is yours and which is your partner’s could be the key to unlocking a...Learn MoreEver Feel Like A Fraud? Understanding Imposter Syndrome
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghFebruary 15, 2023 imposter syndrome, perfectionism, perfectionist0 comments
Imposter syndrome is not an official diagnosis, but it is a mental phenomenon where you consistently doubt yourself. It is hard for you to appreciate your own skills. Other people might even point out your accomplishments and how hard you worked to earn them yet you believe it is due to coincidence or luck.
You attempt to overcompensate by placing expectations that are hard to reach....Learn MoreAre These Relationship Expectations Holding You Back?
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghFebruary 1, 2023 borderline personality disorder, expectations, fairytale romance, healthy relationships, jealousy, narcissistic personality disorder, sexual chemistry, soulmates0 comments
I remember watching Cinderella as a young girl and dreaming about the day that I would find my own true love. After all, who wouldn’t want a prince to save them from the mundane tasks of everyday life? But it turns out that those Disney movies, and the relationship expectations they created for future relationships, held me back from establishing healthy relationships early on. I...Learn More