Lessons From My Chair

Category: relationships

  • Do Love Languages Really Work? A Therapist’s Perspective

    Do Love Languages Really Work? A Therapist’s Perspective

    Sumi Garg, MA LMFT PMH-C Chances are, if you are in a long-term relationship, you have heard of the 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman. As a couples therapist, I have a love hate relationship with the 5 love languages. On one hand, they are a useful tool for couples to understand each other and…

  • Is Perfect Parenting Burning You Out?

    Is Perfect Parenting Burning You Out?

    Sumi Garg, LMFT PMH-C On any given work day, I see a burnt out parent that is simultaneously bending over backward to “be a good parent” and is so physical and emotionally exhausted that they do not recognize themselves. In their relationships with themselves and in their relationships with their kids. Mothers are spending 40%…

  • When Criticism is Misguided Support

    When Criticism is Misguided Support

    Criticism can be like a bee, it hurts when your stung, you have a mark for days, and sometimes you might even have a big allergic reaction. Criticism can also be like a teacher or coach, giving you productive feedback. Given at the right time, from the right person, with the right delivery, it can…