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I regularly contribute as an emotional and relational health expert to a wide variety of popular publications. Below are some of the pieces I have contributed to.
HOW TO RECREATE RELATIONSHIP VACATION MAGIC AT HOME
Check out Blood + Milk to read Crystal’s suggestion.
How to Spot 6 Common Anxiety Symptoms (and What Might Be Causing Them)
Learn what's causing your anxiety to help understand it, recognize it, and manage it going forward. Head over to RealSimple.com to read what Crystal has to say about anxiety.
How Social Distancing Can Make or Break Your Relationship
These nine challenges may change your relationship for good. RealSimple.com See #7 for Crystal’s thoughts on relationships in close-quarters.
How to Have the 'I'm Ready to Get Engaged' Conversation
Deciding to start talking about marriage with your S.O. is a big step. Read more over at BRIDES.COM to find out what Crystal had to say.
Why Vulnerability is Important in a Relationship
Head over to Datezie.com to read what Crystal has to say about the power of vulnerability in relationships
WOMEN ARE STILL DOING MORE HOUSEHOLD LABOR THAN MEN—LET’S BREAK THAT OUTDATED CYCLE
Head over to WellandGood.com to read what Crystal has to say about a common source of conflict in couple relationships.
Why Mental Health Matters in Dating: Your mental state is far more important than your profile pic
Read more over at Datezie.com to find out what Crystal has to say.
What Is Slow Dating and Should You Be Doing It?
If you're not into the fast-and-furious world of dating, the slow dating trend may be right for you. Read more over at WeddingWire.com to find out why Crystal thinks slow dating is smart dating.
What Is Love? Infatuation? Limerence?
What they mean and why it's important to understand which stage you are in. Head over to Datzie.com to learn more.
It's Very Common to Have These 5 Fights During the First 6 Months of Marriage
Bickering with your new spouse over any of these topics? You're not alone. Head over to MarthaStewartWeddings to see what Crystal's has to say about first year challenges.
Things You and Your Partner Should Do Separately to Live Together Happily
Read Crystal's suggestions over at MarthaStewartWeddings.
6 Things You Should Never Say to Your Partner, According to Psychologists
These phrases have no place in fair fighting. Find out more at MarthaStewartWeddings.
17 Dating & Relationship Habits You Didn't Realize Were Toxic
See number 14 at Bustle.com for Crystal's suggestion.
5 Things You Can Do So Flooding Doesn't Derail Your Marriage
Read Crystal's March post for NurturingMarriage.org
Is Working Out Better Than Couples Therapy? Experts Weigh In
Crystal's tip was published in Brides.com
Don't Tell Me What You Don't Want, Tell Me What You Do Want
Read Crystal's December Post for NurturingMarriage.org
8 Incredibly Easy Ways To Be A Better Husband: No Expensive Gifts Or Grand Gestures Required
Check out this article from Men's Health to read Crystal's tip.
14 Awesome Things To Do With Your Partner Every Day
See #3 for Crystal's suggestion on what partners can do every day or at Bustle.
16 Conversation Starters For When You Meet Someone New At A Party
Read #12 for Crystal's suggestion for conversation starters over at Bustle.
Is Working Out Better Than Couples' Therapy?
Check the article out over at Refinery29
17 Things To Do When You Get Bored In Your Relationship
For Crystal's tip on how to combat boredom in a relationship, see #14 over at Bustle.
20 Conversations That Build Intimacy
For Crystal's tip on Building Intimacy, see #12 over at Bustle.
9 Things You Need To Know About Apologies
Apologies are not about asking for something, but about giving something. Head over to NurturingMarriage.org to read Crystal’s post.
Can Cheating Be Healthy For A Relationship?
Click here to read what Crystal has to say about infidelity's impact on a relationship. Askmen.com
Conflict is Growth Trying to Happen
Read Crystal's post at NurturingMarriage.org to learn how understanding what's driving conflict can be the key to resolving it.
The Biggest Hurdles Couples Face During the First Year of Marriage
Go in prepared to avoid conflict. Read what Crystal has to say about the 1st year of marriage over at MarthaStewartWeddings.
What Listening Style Are You Using?
Read Crystal's April post for NurturingMarriage.org
9 Bad Pieces of Dating Advice to Quit Now
See number 7 at eHarmony.com for Crystal's tip.
Do These 9 Easy Things To Totally TRANSFORM Your Marriage
Read Crystal's tip for Yourtango.com
How Working Out Together Improves Your Relationship
Read Crystal's tip for Women's Health Magazine
9 Little Ways To Become A Better Spouse Right Now
See #9 for Crystal's tip on how you can become a better spouse right now over at Prevention.com.
Dating Over 40: Relax. Now you know what you want.
Read what Crystal has to say about Dating Over 40 in the "Lets Talk About Sex' section in Best Self Atlanta Magazine.
When Should You Never Break Up With Someone? 13 Experts Weigh In
Read #6 for Crystal's tip on when not to break up with someone over at Bustle.
21 Ways Anyone Can Be A Better Partner
See number #6 for Crystal's tip on how anyone can be a better partner over at Bustle.
What To Do When There's One Major Issue You & Your Partner Can't Agree On (And Everything Else Is Perfect)
For Crystal's tip on how to manage disagreements, see # 17 over at Bustle.
Is Working Out Better Than Couples Therapy? Experts Weigh In
Read what Crystal has to say about exercise and feeling connected at ClassPass.
Master the art of the apology
Have you Apologized To Your Spouse Yet? Head over to NurturingMarriage.org to read Crystal’s post.
5 Things You Can Do When You Have Lost The Desire For Sex
Read Crystal's August post on Desire Discrepancy And The Sexual Impasse over at NurturingMarriage.org
7 Things Happy Couples Say Every Day
See #6 at Bustle.com for Crystal's Happy Couples Tip.
Is Defensive Listening Hurting Your Marriage?
Read Crystal's May post for NurturingMarriage.org
How to Date When You Have Anxiety
Check out this article at teenvogue.com to read Crystal's advice.
The Second Time Around!
Tips and Tales About Taking Another Chance on Love and Marriage. BestSelfAtlanta.
A New Relationship For A New Year
Read Crystal's January post for NurturingMarriage.org
Do You Know The Difference Between A Criticism And A Complaint?
Read Crystal's October post for NurturingMarriage.org
6 Ways You May Be Sabotaging Your Relationship Without Even Knowing It
Read Crystal's guest post for NurturingMarriage.org
5 Things That Every Relationship Needs To Survive
See #5 for Crystal's tip on what a relationship needs to survive over at The Cheat Sheet Health and Fitness.
What To Do If Your Partner Is Defensive All The Time, According To 10 Experts
Read #2 for Crystal's suggestion on what to do if your partner is defensive all the time over at Bustle.
What To Do If You're In Love But Feel Incompatible
For Crystal's tips on what to do if you feel incompatible in your relationship, see the beginning of the article and #1 over at Bustle.
13 Things That Are More Important In A Relationship Than Looks Or Money
For Crystal's tip on what's important in a relationship, see #9 over at Bustle.