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Can't We Just Get Along Counselling Inc.

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Can't We Just Get Along Counselling Inc.

Melody Evans and her associates are clinical psychologists and provisional psychologists who specialize in Gottman couples therapy and EMDR Trauma therapy.

They work with adults, teens, families and children. To book call us at 403-808-9124.

12/31/2025

Happy new year to everyone. Here’s to a great 2026.👏🤩👩‍❤️‍👨🎉

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12/30/2025

Our 2026 Couple’s New Year’s Resolutions
As the new year begins, it’s time to set shared intentions that strengthen connection, growth, and joy together. Here’s to a year of love, laughter, and teamwork.
1. Prioritize Quality Time
Plan weekly date nights, unplug from devices, and make space for meaningful conversations.
2. Focus on Health and Wellness
Cook nutritious meals together, try new workouts, and support each other’s fitness goals.
3. Travel and Explore
Discover new places—whether it’s a weekend road trip or an international adventure.
4. Strengthen Communication
Practice active listening, express appreciation daily, and resolve conflicts with kindness.
5. Build Financial Goals Together
Create a shared budget, save for future dreams, and celebrate financial milestones as a team.
6. Give Back
Volunteer together or support causes that matter, turning shared values into action.
7. Celebrate Small Wins
Acknowledge progress, no matter how small, and keep gratitude at the heart of every day.
Here’s to a year of growth, love, and shared dreams—together.1.

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12/24/2025

The Power of Giving Appreciation to Your Partner (Based on the Gottman Method)
In the Gottman Method, appreciation is one of the most powerful tools for building and maintaining a strong, loving relationship. Drs. John and Julie Gottman emphasize that healthy relationships thrive on a foundation of positive interactions that far outweigh negative ones — ideally, a ratio of 5:1. Expressing appreciation is one of the simplest and most effective ways to create that positive balance.
1. Strengthening the Emotional Bank Account
Every time you express gratitude or appreciation, you make a “deposit” into your partner’s emotional bank account. These deposits build trust, goodwill, and emotional safety. When challenges arise, couples with a strong emotional reserve are more resilient and better able to navigate conflict.
2. Shifting Focus Toward the Positive
Appreciation helps partners focus on what’s going right rather than what’s wrong. The Gottmans found that couples who regularly express gratitude are more likely to notice each other’s efforts and less likely to take one another for granted. This shift in perspective nurtures affection and admiration — two key components of lasting love.
3. Reinforcing Connection and Intimacy
When you tell your partner what you appreciate — whether it’s their kindness, humor, or reliability — you’re not just complimenting them; you’re reinforcing emotional intimacy. These moments of acknowledgment remind both partners that they are seen, valued, and loved.
4. Creating a Culture of Appreciation
The Gottman Method encourages couples to build a “culture of appreciation” by intentionally noticing and verbalizing the good in each other. This can be as simple as saying, “Thank you for making dinner,” or “I love how you always make me laugh.” Over time, this culture becomes a natural part of the relationship, reducing defensiveness and increasing mutual respect.1.

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12/22/2025

Ways to show your partner you love them this Christmas:
Write a heartfelt letter – Express what you love most about them and reflect on your favorite memories from the year.
Plan a cozy night in – Cook their favorite meal, light candles, and watch a movie together.
Give a meaningful gift – Choose something that connects to a shared memory or an inside joke.
Create a photo album or scrapbook – Capture your moments together and add little notes or captions.
Do something thoughtful – Take care of a task they’ve been putting off or surprise them with breakfast in bed.
Plan a surprise experience – A weekend getaway, a spa day, or tickets to something they love.
Make a handmade gift – A knitted scarf, a playlist, or a jar of love notes can feel deeply personal.
Spend quality time – Put away your phone and focus entirely on being present with them.
Start a new tradition – Bake cookies together, exchange handwritten notes, or take a Christmas Eve walk.
Say it often – Sometimes, simply telling them “I love you” and showing appreciation daily means the most.

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12/18/2025

Your Community = Your Mental Health Boost 💬💛
Being part of a supportive community isn’t just nice—it’s essential for your mental well-being.
✨ It gives you a sense of belonging
🤝 Offers emotional support
💪 Builds resilience
🌱 Encourages growth and purpose
When you connect, share, and uplift others, you strengthen your own mental health too. Surround yourself with people who remind you that you’re not alone. .

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12/15/2025

The Gottman “State of the Union” meeting is a structured conversation designed for couples to regularly check in on the health of their relationship. It’s part of the Gottman Method, developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, and helps partners maintain emotional connection and address issues before they become major conflicts.
A typical State of the Union meeting includes:
Setting the tone – Choose a calm, distraction-free time when both partners feel emotionally available.
Expressing appreciation – Each partner shares things they’ve appreciated about the other during the week.
Discussing challenges – Talk about any issues or tensions that have come up, using gentle start-up and active listening.
Taking responsibility – Each person acknowledges their part in any conflict.
Problem-solving – Work together to find compromises or solutions.
Affirming connection – End with affection, gratitude, or plans for shared time together.
The goal is to strengthen trust, understanding, and emotional intimacy by making open communication a regular habit rather than waiting for problems to escalate.1.

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12/12/2025

What are The Five Love Languages
Words of Affirmation – Expressing love through spoken or written words of appreciation, encouragement, and affection.
Acts of Service – Showing love by doing helpful or thoughtful things for someone.
Receiving Gifts – Giving meaningful gifts that show thoughtfulness and effort.
Quality Time – Spending focused, undivided time together to build connection.
Physical Touch – Expressing love through physical closeness, hugs, hand-holding, or gentle touches.
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Love speaks in different ways — understanding each other’s language makes all the difference. 💕

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12/09/2025

Some common myths about long-term love and people over fifty who fall in love again after divorce include:
2. “Love after fifty isn’t real love.” Many assume that love later in life is more about companionship than passion. In truth, emotional and physical intimacy can be just as deep and fulfilling as in younger years—sometimes even more so because of maturity and self-awareness.
4. “It’s too late to start over.” This myth suggests that meaningful relationships only happen when you’re young. In reality, people over fifty often bring wisdom, emotional stability, and clearer priorities that make new love richer and more grounded.
6. “You can’t change or adapt at that age.” Growth doesn’t stop at fifty. Many people rediscover themselves after divorce, exploring new interests, lifestyles, and ways of connecting.
8. “Second marriages or relationships are doomed to fail.” While challenges exist, many second relationships thrive because partners have learned from past experiences and communicate more openly.
10. “Physical attraction fades completely.” Attraction may look different, but it doesn’t disappear. Emotional intimacy, confidence, and shared values often deepen physical connection.
12. “Children or family won’t accept a new partner.” While adjustment can take time, many families eventually embrace new relationships once they see genuine happiness and respect between partners.
14. “Dating after divorce is embarrassing or desperate.” There’s nothing desperate about wanting love and companionship. Many people find dating later in life liberating because they know what they want and what they won’t settle for..

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12/08/2025

Research comparing human-to-human connection with virtual or AI-mediated connection shows clear psychological, emotional, and social differences — though the gap is narrowing as technology improves.
1. Emotional and Physiological Responses
* Human-to-human interaction triggers stronger emotional and physiological responses. Studies using brain imaging and hormone analysis (like oxytocin release) show that face-to-face contact fosters empathy, trust, and bonding more effectively than digital communication.
* AI or virtual interactions can simulate empathy through language and tone, but they don’t produce the same biological responses. People may feel understood, but not emotionally synchronized in the same way.
2. Perceived Authenticity and Trust
* Authenticity is a key differentiator. Humans tend to perceive other humans as more genuine, even when AI responses are accurate or kind.
* However, research from 2023–2024 (e.g., studies in Computers in Human Behavior) shows that when AI is transparent, emotionally intelligent, and context-aware, users can form meaningful, trust-based relationships — especially in therapeutic or support settings.
3. Social and Cognitive Benefits
* In-person connections improve social cognition — reading facial expressions, tone, and body language — which strengthens empathy and communication skills.
* Virtual or AI connections can reduce loneliness and provide accessibility for people who are isolated, neurodivergent, or geographically distant. But overreliance on them may weaken real-world social skills if not balanced with human contact.
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12/05/2025

Perspective is everything.

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12/04/2025

Couples therapy from Can’t We Just Get Along Counselling in Calgary can help your relationship by providing a structured, supportive space to understand each other better and rebuild connection. The approach typically focuses on improving communication, resolving conflict, and strengthening emotional intimacy.
Here’s how it can help:
Improved Communication – You’ll learn how to express your needs and feelings clearly while also listening to your partner without defensiveness or blame.
Conflict Resolution Skills – The therapist helps you identify recurring patterns of disagreement and teaches strategies to manage them constructively.
Rebuilding Trust – If trust has been damaged, therapy provides tools to repair it through accountability, empathy, and consistent actions.
Deeper Emotional Connection – Sessions often focus on understanding each other’s emotional triggers and love languages, helping you reconnect on a deeper level.
Shared Goals and Values – Therapy can help you realign your relationship around shared priorities, whether that’s parenting, intimacy, or long-term plans.
Guided Support – Having a neutral professional helps both partners feel heard and validated, reducing the sense of “taking sides.”
Can’t We Just Get Along Counselling emphasizes collaboration and empathy, helping couples move from conflict to understanding and from frustration to teamwork.

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11/29/2025

What are the personal qualities of your partner that you love the most?
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Calgary, AB
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Monday	10am - 8pm
Tuesday	10am - 8pm
Wednesday	10am - 8pm
Thursday	10am - 8pm
Friday	10am - 8pm

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+14038089124

Website

http://www.cantwejustgetalongcounselling.com/

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