Rethinking loneliness through the science of community trust. by Kelly-Ann Allen Ph.D. Key points By Gabrielle Skrekovski and Kelly-Ann Allen The silence of a small café is broken by the…
Category: Relationships
If You Never Fight, Someone Is Hiding
A lack of conflict can be a red flag in a relationship. by John Kim LMFT Key points There are a lot of people who say, “Our relationship’s perfect. We…
Building Bridges While Setting Boundaries –
Mental Wellness in Community Relationships Living in community is one of our greatest strengths in New Orleans. We take care of each other, we show up for each other, and…
Why Do Marriages Succeed?
Master these key relationship skills for a stronger marriage. by Kurt W Ela Psy.D. Key points As a couples therapist, I work with a broad array of relationships: the couple…
Does Wealth Make Us Happier?
A 2023 study helps answer whether getting rich can make you a happier. by Lawrence R. Samuel Ph.D. Key points It’s fair to say that American society is heavily, if…
Katrina Memorial: How Katrina Changed New Orleans’ People & Culture
Meta Description Katrina Memorial Series – Episode 1 Remapping Race: How Katrina Reshaped the Faces of New Orleans August is upon us, and for many New Orleanians, that familiar hurricane…
Plugged In But Disconnected
Is your phone draining your relationship? When’s the last time you turned around because you forgot your spouse? Not your phone—your actual partner. When’s the last time you checked on…
Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should
We live in a world full of receipts, call-outs, and moral grandstanding. It’s easy to believe that the right thing to do is whatever you have the loudest argument for.…
How the Need to Be Right Can Destroy Relationships (and How to Let It Go)
We’ve all been there—the rush of being right. Whether it’s a heated debate about something small, like who makes the best Gumbo, or a bigger discussion, being right can feel…
7 Ways People Experience Spirituality
Spirituality isn’t one-size-fits-all. You may be more spiritual than you know. By Andy Tix Ph.D. Key points As a psychologist of religion and spirituality, I am often asked what I mean…