Seven Marriage Myths – Part 2 Posted on June 17, 2026 I said in our last blog that the divorce rate for first marriages is 40%. This represents a lot of pain for couples and their families. How do we bring that rate down? One way is to not fall victim to these myths. Understand the realities of what it takes to build a happy and… Read More
Why Women Keep Falling for the Same Kind of Man — Even When They Know Better Posted on June 12, 2026 By Holly Carranza, Life Coach at Gateway Counseling One of the most frustrating experiences for many women is realizing they keep attracting — or being attracted to — the same kind of man over and over again. Different face, different career, different style… yet somehow the relationship ends in the same emotional disappointment. Maybe he… Read More
Understanding Perfectionism and Self-Criticism Posted on June 10, 2026 A Complete Guide to Understanding, Healing, and Moving Forward Doing things well has never been your problem. But feeling good about what you’ve accomplished? That’s the part that seems to stay just out of reach. You refine the email until it’s right, then send it, only to immediately wonder if you said something wrong. You… Read More
Seven Marriage Myths – Part 1 Posted on May 18, 2026 If believed will sabotage your marriage. Currently only 46% of U.S. adults are married 1, down from two-thirds in 1950. Cohabitation has risen and divorce rates for first marriages are around 40%. At the same time, research shows married adults have higher life satisfaction, better physical health, and even live about two years longer than… Read More
