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Free Facebook Group: UPLIFT Your Relationship

The Couples Collaborative is a positive & supportive Facebook group that will offer: Weekly tips for couples, thoughtful discussion prompters, inspirational relationship quotes, & monthly discussions on date night ideas. The group is open to anyone interested in being involved in a supportive forum to discuss relationship betterment.

Facebook has the opportunity to connect millions of people from all over the world with so many different experiences, opinions, and lifestyles that we can all learn from. So why not join and be active with a Facebook group all about uplifting relationships?

I recently started: UPLIFT Your Relationship, a free Facebook group that is not meant to be couples therapy, but instead a supportive group where people can exchange ideas, provide support, give feedback, and ask difficult questions on relationship-related issues. 

I often post engagement questions and discussion prompts around healthy relationship habits.

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Facebook group facilitated by: Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt, Clinical Psychologist, Relationship Coach & Founder of the Loving Roots Project, an online wellness practice specializing in personal growth, mental wellness, & relationship betterment.

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Blogs on Relationships:
20 Date Ideas To Try at Home
20 Date Ideas To Try at Home

While we may all know that quality time with our partners is essential as it boosts our connection, it can be challenging to think of new and creative ways to spend time together. Many couples may face challenges arranging babysitting, and others may be financially strained due to rising living costs, finding going out to be expensive. Alternatively, some may simply enjoy the comfort of their own home and, therefore, would like to find activities they can enjoy there.

5 Tips for Increasing Emotional Connection in Relationships
5 Tips for Increasing Emotional Connection in Relationships

Emotional connection is the foundation of a healthy, loving, and thriving relationship. Whether you're nurturing a romantic partnership, family bond, or friendship, cultivating emotional intimacy can deepen understanding, build trust, and create a lasting connection. While every relationship is unique, there are core principles that can help anyone strengthen emotional ties. Here are five practical tips for increasing emotional connection in relationships:

10 Ways to Improve Your Relationship When Your Partner Won't
10 Ways to Improve Your Relationship When Your Partner Won't

Relationships can be incredibly rewarding, but they also require effort and cooperation from both partners. When one partner feels unsupported, it can lead to frustration and resentment. If you're in a situation where your partner isn't actively helping to improve the relationship, it may feel like you're carrying the emotional load alone. While you can’t force your partner to change, there are ways to work on the relationship that may inspire growth and reconnection.

Ways to Increase Affection in Your Relationship
Ways to Increase Affection in Your Relationship

Levels of affections can change in a relationship and often drift apart leaving partners wondering if their love and passion will survive. Here are some tips to get you back on track with love, affection, and intimacy in your relationship.

Conflict Resolution for Couples
Conflict Resolution for Couples

Finding healthy & more productive ways to resolve conflict in a marriage is essential to forgiveness, moving forward & relationship happiness. Check out our latest blog for tips to conflict resolution for couples.

Can Your Marriage Survive Coronavirus?
Can Your Marriage Survive Coronavirus?

The coronavirus pandemic has added a challenging time for most people. This is a new and different situation that is incredibly difficult. This is especially true for couples. Read more to see tips for helping your marriage survive COVID-19.

20 Date Night Ideas To Try During COVID
20 Date Night Ideas To Try During COVID

During the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, it can be hard to find date night ideas that maintain social distancing or are quarantine approved. Here are 20 creative and fun activities you can do with your partner that don’t require you to leave the house. These date night activities should boost your connection, communication, affection and even your creativity.

Tips for Surviving the Engagement Period
Tips for Surviving the Engagement Period

While the engagement period is fun and exciting, there can be many additional stressors and challenges when blending two lives together. Make sure to not focus on perfection, let go of the small stuff, communicate well, and to continue courting.

Can Long Distance Relationships Really Work?
Can Long Distance Relationships Really Work?

Being physically separated in a relationship can create many challenges for couples. There are several tips to maintaining connection & making a long distance relationship work.

Ways to Boost Intimacy in Your Relationship
Ways to Boost Intimacy in Your Relationship

Maintaining sex, love & intimacy in a relationship is critical for its success. Read more for ways to boost physical intimacy in your relationship.

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