Anna Aslanian, LMFT

01/09/2026

Most relationship conflict isn’t about what was said.
It’s about feeling unseen.

Research from Sue Johnson and John Gottman shows that beneath almost every argument is the same need:
“Are you there for me?”

When we listen to understand—not to respond—
conflict stops being a threat and starts becoming a bridge.

Save this for the next hard conversation 🤍
Share it with someone who needs this reminder.

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01/07/2026

Passion doesn’t fade because love gets deeper.
It fades when closeness replaces curiosity.

Esther Perel reminds us:
Desire needs space, mystery, and two whole people.
Save this if you’ve ever wondered where the spark went 🤍

Share it with someone you choose—again and again.

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01/05/2026

Check out my most recent post on Substack! 💛

Education, self-improvement, relationship and parenting advice, and some life reflections from a licensed psychotherapist. Click to read Anna Aslanian, a Substack publication. Launched a month ago.

01/04/2026

Conflict doesn’t damage relationships — lack of repair does.

Gottman’s research shows that what predicts strong, lasting relationships isn’t avoiding arguments, but knowing how to come back together afterward.

Repair sounds like:
“I didn’t handle that well.”
“Can we try again?”
“I care about us more than being right.”

When repair happens, safety returns — and real communication becomes possible.

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📤 Share with someone you’re practicing repair with
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01/03/2026

Attachment wounds don’t heal through insight alone — they heal through felt safety.⁠
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Attachment-Focused EMDR, based on Laurel Parnell’s work, helps repair early relational trauma by installing what was missing: safety, protection, and secure connection.⁠
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This work goes deeper than coping skills — it helps your nervous system learn something new.⁠
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In healing,⁠
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Anna 🌱

01/02/2026

Most relationship arguments don’t fail because you disagree —
they fail because no one feels understood.

Active listening changes everything.

Save this. Share it with someone you love. 💬🤍

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In healing,

Anna 🌱

01/01/2026

There’s grief that comes with realizing that IT IS WHAT IT IS. But there’s also acceptance in that. And acceptance doesn’t mean we like it or approve it even. It just means we see reality as is.⁠
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Most people do the best they can. Of course, there’s psychopathology and people who are outliers-manipulative, abusive etc. This post isn’t about those people. It’s about everyone else that falls somewhere in the middle. Doing their best with the limited tools and healing they have.⁠
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So you can set yourself free and try not taking everything so personally. ⁠
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Share with someone who needs to read this.⁠
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In healing,⁠
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Anna 🌱

12/31/2025

As we think about the New Year, tune into how you want to feel along the way. Curiosity, courage, and presence aren’t just experiences — they’re the skills your mind and nervous system develop as you move toward growth. ✨

Save this as a reminder that the journey shapes who you become.

In healing,

Anna 🌱

12/27/2025

Kids (and adults too, yes!) don’t owe anyone hugs or kisses — not even during the holidays. A simple hello, a handshake is still polite.

Teaching bodily autonomy starts with the small moments, and it’s one of the most loving gifts we can give our children.

Share this with a parent who needs the reminder.

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