Relationship Counselling Archives - Finding the Light Counselling & Coaching

5 Relationship Killers that You Must Avoid

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Apr 11, 2026 | Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling

Relationships are made and broken all around us. Sometimes, we can become apprehensive about our own relationships. We try to protect what we cherish the most. We try to look at ways and means how we can keep our relationship flame burning. However, at the same time, we don’t realise that there are things we may do that can destroy a beautiful relationship. I think, it is these things – which are mostly behavioural traits – that we... read more

Six Secrets For “Flowing” Relationships

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Mar 20, 2026 | Relationship Counselling

Contrary to what you have heard, it’s not your looks, your money, your job or even your luck, that’s going to keep you in a great relationship, and keep it sizzling. No, the secret is how we go about it. 1. Stop competing with each other! Good relationships are about being on the same side. What’s the purpose in scoring all those points? Sure, you may cross the finish line first today, and maybe tomorrow as well. But you’ll be... read more

Reading The Signs: Common Relationship Mistakes

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Feb 28, 2026 | Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling

No matter how you slice it, the breakup of a relationship usually leaves at least one person asking, how did this happen? The people who ask this question often are the ones who failed to recognise the warning signs that pointed to a relationship in jeopardy. The reasons can range from being too involved to being too detached. The insight and wisdom you gain from this experience usually comes too late save that relationship. So how can you... read more

5 Free Gifts to Show Your Love!

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Feb 7, 2026 | Relationship Counselling

Saturday this week is Valentines Day! Rather than get caught up in the commercialism of this day, can I invite you to see it differently? It seems to me that Valentines Day is about big better. The more I spend, the more it says I love you. Well, that is what the marketing and advertising people would tell us. Vouchers or coupons are a fun way to show your love to someone without spending any money. Five ideas for them are: I am yours for... read more

Flooding your Relationships with Emotions

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jan 31, 2026 | Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling

Emotional flooding happens when our emotions become so overwhelming that our body goes into a stress response. Your heart races, thoughts blur and it feels impossible to stay calm or think clearly. Instead of responding thoughtfully in a respectful manner, you might lash out, withdraw or shut down. An example of emotional flooding: a couple arguing, one partner raises their voice, and the other suddenly feels their chest tighten and mind go... read more

Moving on From Being Ghosted

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jan 11, 2026 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling

Have you been Ghosted? Do you know what being Ghosted is? To be ghosted means to have someone suddenly end all communication and contact with you, without any warning, explanation, or closure. The person “vanishes” like a ghost. Whether it was you or a friend, the pain of being ghosted was intense and at times quite puzzling. Why can’t someone just move on from being ghosted? After all, the message is clear, “I don’t want a... read more