by LoriAnne Reeves | Jul 6, 2026 | Relational Patterns
When Competence Becomes a Barrier to Intimacy “The qualities that help us lead, achieve, and care for others can quietly become the very things that keep us from experiencing deeper connection.” There are certain qualities our culture celebrates without hesitation....
by LoriAnne Reeves | Jun 29, 2026 | Relational Patterns
The Roles We Learn to Play in Relationships “Many of the ways we show up in love, conflict, leadership, and family were learned as roles long before we experienced them as choice.” Most people assume the way they show up in relationships is simply who they are. They...
by LoriAnne Reeves | Jun 22, 2026 | Relational Patterns
The Stories We Inherit and Mistake for Truth “Many of our strongest beliefs about love, success, money, and power were inherited long before we examined them.” Most people believe they are making independent decisions. They assume the way they approach relationships,...
by LoriAnne Reeves | Jun 16, 2026 | Relational Patterns
Why Smart People Repeat the Same Relational Patterns “Most people assume awareness changes behavior. But patterns often operate beneath awareness until they are intentionally examined.” One of the most frustrating human experiences is this: Knowing exactly what you...
by LoriAnne Reeves | Jun 8, 2026 | Relational Patterns
Why Communication Advice Often Fails in Relationships “Most relationship advice focuses on communication. But communication is often only the symptom.” For years, relationship advice has sounded remarkably consistent. Communicate more.Use “I feel” statements.Listen...
by LoriAnne Reeves | May 26, 2026 | Relational Patterns
Why Love Isn’t Enough for Modern Relationships “The pressures facing relationships today require something deeper.” Most people were given a relatively simple model of how relationships should work. Love someone.Communicate well.Stay committed.Work through conflict....
