We believe that understanding yourself is one of the most powerful steps toward healing. The Lotus Perspective is a collection of thoughtful articles on anxiety, trauma, relationships, and emotional wellness, written to answer the questions many people quietly ask themselves every day. Whether you're considering therapy or simply looking for reliable information, we hope you'll find encouragement, clarity, and practical insight here.
The Lotus Perspective
Repair Attempts
Repair Attempts, Holiday Season
Overcoming Emotional Flooding
Emotional Flooding
The Danger of Assumptions
Assumptions, holidays
The Power of "I" Statements
“I” Statements, Focus on you
Focusing on the Situation, Not Your Partner
Focusing On The Situation, Not Your Partner
Unmet Needs Leads to Resentment
Unmet Needs, Resentment
Add Positivity to Your Fight!
Reassurance
Criticism vs. Constructive Complaint
Criticism vs Complaint
Understanding Limerance
Limerance
Understanding Relationship Gridlock
Relationship Gridlock
Understanding the 3 Conflict Styles
Conflict Style
Stonewalling In Relationships
Stonewalling
How Looking in the Mirror Can Help Your Relationship
Self Reflection, Looking in Mirror
When Resolution Isn’t the Goal
Agree to Disagree
Contempt: The Relationship Killer You Need to Watch Out For
Judging, Contempt
Showing Up as Your Best Self in Your Relationship
Best Self
Effective Conflict Resolution Strategies for Couples
Conflict Resolution
Does It Really Matter if Your Partner Knows Your Favorite Candy Bar?
Candy Bars
How To Tell If Your Relationship Is Codependent
Relationship Codependency
Keeping The Sparks Alive
Keeping the Spark Alive
