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Lia Love Avellino
somatic and relational psychotherapist, and co-founder of Spoke, a community-based organization for group support
Can a ‘Turbo Relationship’ Actually Survive Quarantine?
One surprising effect of the quarantining during the pandemic? The rise of the turbo relationship. Learn what it means and whether these unions may last.
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There Are 4 Aspects of Commitment—And One Signals Doom for a Relationship
There are only four aspects of commitment, including dedication and three constraints. Find out which constraint is the most toxic.
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Could You Be *Too* Hopeful? Here’s How To Appreciate What You Have While Still Being Open
In this episode of the "Well+Good Podcast," Ella Dove speaks with Lia Avellino, LCSW, about how being too hopeful can block fulfillment.
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Why These 3 Tough Feelings Accompany *All* Changes in Life—Good and Bad
Fear, anxiety, and grief are the tough feelings that accompany all change in life, whether good or bad. Here's how to work through them.
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How To Manage Your Social Life This Spring and Summer if You’re Already Feeling Overwhelmed by an Influx of Invites
There are a few psychological reasons why you may have more social obligations in the spring. Here's how to manage the influx of invites.
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