PIVOT Blog
The Old-Fashioned Dating Methods Can Work Today
Modern forms of dating, online dating, dating apps, group meet-ups, and speed dating, have become for many, the preferred way of dating over old-fashioned dating. Getting to know someone takes time...that we can all agree. The old-fashioned dating approach to dating...
Not Ready to Date Again Just Yet? We Look at 7 Signs
So are you, or are you not ready to start dating again? You may be keen to start dating soon after a break-up, but how soon is too soon? When is the right time to start dating again? The answer is that there’s no specific timing. There is no formula for everyone to...
First Date Tips – How to Survive (and Enjoy) Your First Date
So you're looking for first date tips. Are you ready to get back into dating? Maybe it’s been a while since you have dated. Or perhaps you haven’t had good experiences. If so, we recommend you doing our Dating with a Purpose module with an Advocate at PIVOT! As a...
5 Dating Signals to Recognize if You Want a Healthy Relationship
Perhaps you’ve been dating for a while, but you’re not sure that you’re really ready for a relationship. After all, you are independent. You are happy on your own. And you don’t need anyone to complete you. But you are starting to think about sharing your future with...
10 Essential Dating Tips To Create Healthy Relationships
Dating plays a vital role in creating long-term relationships. After all, dating is a great opportunity to get to know someone new and see if you're a good fit together. Before you start dating, consider if you are ready for a relationship. Just because you want a...
How To Leave An Addictive Relationship – You’re My Obsession
The words “I’m addicted to you” are a warning sign that there is something dark in your relationship. Although it sounds romantic… you may be in an addictive relationship. If you grew up in a dysfunctional family, then you may not recognize what a healthy relationship...
5 Signs You’re In An Addictive Relationship
Have you ever felt like you’re in a never-ending cycle for your partner’s love and affection? Like you need them in your life otherwise you wouldn’t survive. This may be a sign you’re in an addictive relationship. But the truth is… you may not even be aware it is an...
Why Addictive Relationships are the 51st Shade of Grey
Fifty Shades of Grey made an impact on society, and although you may not have read the book nor plan on seeing the movie you may know the basic premise… it’s about a young college girl who falls for a billionaire who is into bondage and domination. Dig a bit deeper...
Discover If You Are In An Addictive Relationship
Addictions, whether it’s drugs, alcohol or people, is a fix for negative feelings. But the fix doesn’t last. That’s why addictive relationships lead to abuse, drug use, depression, and other negative consequences. Addictive relationships can be hard to define, and...
7 Facts Everyone Should Know About Addictive Relationships
People generally want to be close to others… emotionally and physically. After all, life is better shared with someone special. But for some people, the euphoric feeling of being in love can be intoxicating and addictive. The words “I’m addicted to you” may sound...
7 Ways to Build Trust in a Relationship
You’ve probably heard that trust is the foundation for strong relationships. Without it, relationships won’t grow or progress and will eventually fail. And you probably know that trusting your partner is the most important part of your relationship. But what happens...
5 Signs Of Lacking Trust In Your Relationship
Have you been told that you have problems trusting others in relationships? Do you know you’re difficult to please? Do you set unrealistic expectations in your relationships? Or do you avoid intimacy because you’re scared of being hurt? If you can relate to some of...
The Importance of Trust in a Relationship
Do you ever get a feeling that something isn't right in your relationship? You may not know why, but more than likely, it’s because you are lacking trust in your relationship. You may not have trust in your partner if… You feel like you can’t let your guard down in...
The Ambivalent
When it comes to addictive relationships, the most common types of people are; those who love too much (Anxious), and those who love too little, (the Avoidant). If you vacillate between the two you are an Ambivalent. It’s not really “love” that we are talking about....
Love Isn’t Addictive… Here’s Why
Do you mistake intensity for intimacy? Do you have to be in relationship to avoid feeling empty? Do you know you need help navigating relationships and not sure about what help to get? Do you feel like you are working harder in the relationship than your partner? Is...
Article: Deboarding Crazy Train
On her blog, Lori Jean Glass talks about: Deboarding the Crazy Train. The article gives insight about what it takes to find relational freedom and be able to operate in life as your healthiest self.
Withdrawal From Love
If you’ve been in love before, you probably know the feeling of being on a “high.” However, if your partner left you, then you may experience extreme “lows,” which are physically painful. This is withdrawal from love. The reason for this is that when you fall in love...
The Whole Perspective
The Whole Perspective is part of the core curriculum at PIVOT. This is where we invite you to show up for your whole self and live the change that you seek. The benefits of the Whole Perspective are: Identify what areas in your life need attention. Gain self-esteem...
Dating with a Purpose
Learn how to have good discernment and identify healthy, lasting relationships. Date with a Purpose! Get a PIVOT advocate today! Do you wonder why your friends have found “the one” but you’re still trawling dating websites and apps, wondering whether to go on a date…...
