Kate McCombs
Kate writes articles and facilitates workshops on how to build amazing relationships. You can find out more about her at KateMcCombs.com
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Kate McCombs
Everything I Learned About Having Great Sex From My Crappy Migraines
There are many, many ways to experience pleasure and connection.
Why Empathy Is One Of The Sexiest Skills You Can Possess
Giving empathy requires more listening than replying. Your presence is more important than your insight.
What To Ask When Someone Close To You Is Having A Rough Day
We’re taught that our value to others is to fix their problems, give advice, or cheer them up. But when we offer advice before connecting with someone’s feelings, we can leave that person feeling unheard.
How To Feel More Comfortable Being Vulnerable
Sometimes it’s worth it to take a greater vulnerability risk (the cross-country move, the “I love you”), but making the regular practice of taking small steps helps strengthen that vulnerability muscle.
6 Better Questions To Ask Than ‘How Was Your Day?’
“Did you have any victories you want to share?”
5 Ways Saying EXACTLY What You Mean Will Make Your Life Awesomer
It helps you connect more deeply to the people you love.
The One Question You Should Always Ask Before Trying To Cheer Someone Up
Often, the best way to help someone is not to make them feel “better,” but to help them feel “lighter.”
How To Find Relationship Happiness By Pursuing Everyday Adventures As A Couple
The point isn’t the scale of your adventure; the point is the regular practice of nurturing an adventure habit.
5 ‘Anti-Empathy’ Traps That Are Blocking You From True Connection
Don’t assume you know what someone else is feeling – ask and be gently curious instead.
If You Want To Pleasure Her Sexually, Take The Time To Learn Her Body
Human bodies are wired differently and even though we have the same basic parts, the way we like those parts stimulated varies tremendously.
I’m A Self-Care Queen And These Are My 8 Best Strategies For You To Steal
Make dates for walks and talks.