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Dr. Teresa Edwards

Oklahoma licensed therapist helping individuals & couples heal and grow. Wife, professor, cat mom, nature lover.

Dr. Edwards uses the Gottman Method for marriage therapy and has completed the Level II Gottman certification training.

01/17/2026

What do emotionally healthy relationships really look like? 💛

It’s not about being perfect—it’s about showing up with intention, kindness, and care. Here are a few powerful habits that create safety and connection:

🗣️ They speak kindly
Even during conflict, they choose words that respect rather than wound. Tone and timing matter.

🧭 They take responsibility
Instead of pointing fingers, they own their part. “I was wrong” and “I’m sorry” are signs of strength, not weakness.

🩹 They repair after conflict
Every couple has rough moments—but healthy ones circle back. They check in, reconnect, and repair the rift.

🎈 They laugh and play
It’s not all serious! Shared joy, inside jokes, and playful moments breathe life into the relationship.

🚪 They respect boundaries
Emotionally healthy couples honor each other’s space, needs, and limits—with love, not guilt.

💬 Which of these do you and your partner do well? Which one could use a little attention?

Healthy love takes practice—but it’s worth every step. 💫

01/15/2026

Play isn’t just for kids—it’s a relationship superpower. 💫

In the middle of deadlines, laundry, and grown-up responsibilities, don’t forget to laugh, be silly, and have fun on purpose. 🎉

Play helps us shake off stress, reconnect with ourselves, and—when shared with our partner—rekindles that spark that made us fall in love in the first place. ❤️

You never outgrow the need for joy.

And your partner? They can be your forever playmate. 💑
👉 What fun do you have planned this week?

01/13/2026

There’s no such thing as a one-sided relationship—because relationships are systems, not solo performances. Every interaction you have with your partner is co-created, shaped by both of your words, emotions, and responses.

✨ Systems theory reminds us of a powerful truth: both people influence the outcome—every time.

That means even if you feel stuck in a negative cycle, you're not powerless. You can interrupt the pattern. You can shift the energy. You can spark change.

📌 Waiting for your partner to change first might feel safer—but it can keep you both stuck.
So instead:
💛 Go first with empathy—try to see the hurt beneath the reaction.
🔍 Go first with curiosity—ask questions instead of making assumptions.
🌿 Go first with calm—lower the temperature and create space for connection.

You’re not responsible for your partner—but you are responsible to the relationship. Your tone, your posture, your words—they all carry weight. Small changes can ripple outward in powerful ways.

💡 Your choices matter. Healing often starts with just one person willing to try something different.

01/10/2026

Even if you and your partner grew up in the same town, you were raised in different “cultures.” 🏡

One of the beautiful (and sometimes challenging) parts of marriage is creating a shared culture—one where both people’s backgrounds, values, and traditions are respected and blended.

When Chris and I got married, I assumed we’d naturally do things my way—after all, that’s what I grew up with, and it felt “normal” to me. But I quickly learned that even little things—like how holidays are celebrated, what “on time” means, or how you respond when someone’s upset—can look totally different depending on your upbringing.

For example, in my family, birthdays were big, loud affairs with lots of decorations, extended family, and layers of meaning. In Chris’s family, they were more low-key and casual—just good food and being together.

Now, we’ve created our own rhythm. We blend the traditions that matter to each of us, and we’ve let go of the pressure to recreate everything from our pasts. It’s not always easy, but it’s sacred work—this weaving of two histories into something uniquely ours.

🧩 What’s one tradition you and your partner have made your own?

01/07/2026

✨ We attract what we reflect. ✨

There’s a powerful idea in psychology: we tend to draw people into our lives who mirror our own level of emotional and relational patterns.

If we want healthy, fulfilling relationships, it starts with us. When you focus on becoming the best version of yourself—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—you naturally invite others who are doing the same.

💞 Healthy relationships begin with a healthy you

01/06/2026

It’s the first Monday of a brand new year. ✨
Maybe you’re feeling hopeful.
Maybe you’re already a little tired.
Maybe you’re somewhere in between.

Here’s your reminder:
You don’t have to have it all figured out today.
Start small.
Start gently.
Start with presence.

Consistency matters more than intensity.
Kindness—to yourself and to each other—is the most powerful way to begin again.

One breath, one choice, one step at a time.

💛 You’ve got this.

01/02/2026

Before you jump into resolutions or “new year, new me” energy… pause.

Reflection is powerful. It helps us honor where we’ve been, recognize what shaped us, and choose where we want to go—with intention.

For couples, reflection can be a sacred space:
🕊️ A space to celebrate growth.
🤝 A space to understand what brought you closer.
💛 A space to gently ask, How can we love each other even better this year?

You don’t need a perfect plan. Just a willingness to slow down, notice what matters, and carry those truths forward—together.

Here’s to a new year grounded in connection, not pressure.
Presence, not perfection.

12/30/2025

Before the calendar turns, carve out some quiet time to reflect as a couple:
✨ What brought us closer this year?
✨ What did we learn from the hard moments?
✨ How can we love each other even better in the year ahead?

You don’t need grand goals—just shared intentions.
Tiny, meaningful changes… done consistently… build lasting connection.

Here’s to entering the New Year hand in hand. 🕊️
💬 What’s one intention you and your partner want to carry into 2026?

12/26/2025

I still remember my Baba (Ukrainian for grandmother) bustling around the kitchen during the holidays—rushing to make everything perfect. The food, the table, the tiny details... she poured her heart into all of it.

But now that she’s gone, I don’t remember how perfectly the dishes were arranged or whether everything went exactly as planned.

What I remember is her.
Her laughter.
Her hands.
The way her presence made everything feel warm and safe.

🎄The holidays aren’t about perfection.
They’re about presence.

So if you’re feeling the pressure to do it all—pause.
Breathe.
Be with the people you love.

Because they won’t remember the perfect table.
They’ll remember you.

12/23/2025

🎄✨ The holidays can feel like a tug-of-war between what you hope for, what your partner wants, and what everyone else expects.

Here’s the truth:
You don’t have to meet every expectation.
You just need to be on the same page as a couple.

💬 Try asking each other:
— “What matters most to you this year?”
— “Where do we need margin?”
— “What can we let go of to protect our peace?”

The strongest couples plan the holidays together—with grace, teamwork, and intentional conversations that keep them connected.

You can do this—together.

12/19/2025

It’s not always a person that threatens intimacy—sometimes, it’s the glowing screen between us. This Christmas, let your spouse feel like the priority, not the interruption.

🎁 Your partner shouldn’t have to compete with group texts, reels, or emails—especially during your quality time together.

📵 Set a holiday boundary: one phone-free hour each evening. Sit by the tree. Hold hands. Talk about memories.

You might be surprised how much warmth and closeness you rediscover—no WiFi required.

12/16/2025

It’s not the lights, gifts, or perfectly decorated tree that make the season magical—it’s the moments you create together.

A quiet cup of cocoa after the kids go to bed.
Holding hands while walking through the lights.
Choosing one small way to make each other feel seen.

The holidays can feel busy and chaotic—but connection doesn’t have to be grand to be meaningful.

🎁 Tiny rituals of love add up to big joy.

💬 Try asking:
“What’s one little tradition we can start this year—just for us?”

Because the magic? It’s in the we.

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