Loving Roots Project

Loving Roots Project Inspiration toward personal growth, mental wellness, & relationship happiness.

Virtual individual & relationship services & online self-improvement classes are available.

Life is full of transitions, new jobs, parenthood, moves, loss or simply growing older. These changes can either pull co...
10/20/2025

Life is full of transitions, new jobs, parenthood, moves, loss or simply growing older. These changes can either pull couples apart or bring them closer, depending on how they navigate them.

When couples approach transitions with openness, patience, and teamwork, the relationship becomes a source of stability instead of stress. 🌿

Remember: it’s not the change itself but how you walk through it together that defines resilience.

💬 Are you navigating a big transition right now? You don’t have to do it alone, reach out for support.

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Strong relationships are built on trust, and at the heart of trust is emotional safety. 🌿 Emotional safety means knowing...
10/17/2025

Strong relationships are built on trust, and at the heart of trust is emotional safety. 🌿

Emotional safety means knowing you can share your feelings without fear of judgment, criticism or rejection.

When both partners feel safe, it creates space for honesty, compassion and growth. Without it, conversations turn into defenses instead of opportunities to connect.

Think of emotional safety as the foundation of love, when it’s strong, everything else can grow.

💬 Want to learn ways to build safety in your relationship? Send me a message, I’d love to support your journey.

Learn more at www.lovingrootsproject.com

Boundaries often get misunderstood as shutting people out but in reality, they’re a way to invite healthier connection. ...
10/14/2025

Boundaries often get misunderstood as shutting people out but in reality, they’re a way to invite healthier connection. 🌱

A boundary communicates your needs clearly and creates space for respect and understanding.

In relationships, boundaries protect your well-being while also making your partner’s role more clear. Without them, resentment and miscommunication grow. With them, trust and respect flourish.

✨ Boundaries are not about saying no to love, they’re about saying yes to a healthier, more sustainable kind of love.

Want to practice setting boundaries without guilt? Let’s explore it together, message me anytime.

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Every couple experiences disagreements, it’s a normal part of two people sharing life together. What makes a relationshi...
10/11/2025

Every couple experiences disagreements, it’s a normal part of two people sharing life together. What makes a relationship strong isn’t the absence of conflict but the willingness to repair, reconnect and choose one another after the hard moments.

This is where resilience lives, in the choice to return, to soften and to keep building together. 💚

✨ Want more ways to strengthen your connection? Follow for more relationship insights and support.

Quick Tip: Gratitude turns everyday moments into connection.✨ Never underestimate the power of a simple “Thank You”.Expr...
10/08/2025

Quick Tip: Gratitude turns everyday moments into connection.✨

Never underestimate the power of a simple “Thank You”.

Expressing appreciation, even for the smallest things, reminds your partner they’re seen, valued and loved. 💚

What’s one thing you can thank your partner for today?

It’s easy to believe the myth that a relationship will be effortless if you just find ‘the one.’ Social media doesn’t he...
10/05/2025

It’s easy to believe the myth that a relationship will be effortless if you just find ‘the one.’ Social media doesn’t help, it often highlights only the best moments, making love look flawless.

The truth? Even the strongest relationships take work.

Healthy love isn’t about perfection, it’s about commitment, compromise and choosing each other through the ups and downs. 💚

Let go of the pressure to be perfect. Real connection grows from effort, not from flawlessness.

💬 Want to learn tools for building a healthy relationship that lasts? Message me, I’d love to help.

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Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish, it’s an act of love that strengthens your relationship. When you feel rested, bal...
10/02/2025

Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish, it’s an act of love that strengthens your relationship. When you feel rested, balanced and fulfilled, it’s easier to bring patience, energy and empathy into your partnership.

💚 Prioritizing rest keeps your mood steady.
🌿 Boundaries protect your energy and prevent burnout.
✨ Joy keeps your spirit alive and makes you more present.

Self-care creates the foundation for healthier love. When you care for you, you also care for your connection.

What’s one act of self-care you can give yourself this week?

People often ask, what’s the difference between therapy and coaching?🌿 Therapy focuses on healing, processing the past, ...
09/29/2025

People often ask, what’s the difference between therapy and coaching?

🌿 Therapy focuses on healing, processing the past, understanding patterns and strengthening emotional well-being.

✨ Coaching focuses on growth, clarifying goals, building accountability and creating the future you want.

Both are offered virtually at Loving Roots Project and both can be powerful depending on your needs.

💬 Not sure which one’s right for you? Send me a message and let’s explore together.

Gratitude isn’t just a feel-good practice, it’s truly transformative. When you shift your focus toward what’s going well...
09/26/2025

Gratitude isn’t just a feel-good practice, it’s truly transformative. When you shift your focus toward what’s going well, it changes the way you see yourself, your relationships and the world around you.

Taking even a few minutes each day to notice what you’re thankful for can lower stress, improve mood and strengthen connection with others. It’s a small habit that creates ripple effects far beyond the moment. 🌿

Try this today: pause, take a deep breath and name three things you’re grateful for, big or small. Notice how your energy shifts when you do.

✨ Want more simple practices like this? Follow for ideas you can bring into your daily routine.

Relationships thrive on small moments of delight. Spark doesn’t just appear on its own, it’s created through the little ...
09/23/2025

Relationships thrive on small moments of delight. Spark doesn’t just appear on its own, it’s created through the little ways we show up for each other each day.

A kind text in the middle of the day, a hug when your partner least expects it or bringing them their favorite snack can send a powerful message: I see you, I care about you and I’m thinking of you. ✨

These simple acts of thoughtfulness are what keep connection alive over time. They remind your partner that love is active, present and intentional.

What’s one small way you can show your partner they matter today?

Ding ding, it’s communication o’clock. ⏰ "We need to talk." Those four little words can make anyone nervous, but open, h...
09/20/2025

Ding ding, it’s communication o’clock. ⏰

"We need to talk." Those four little words can make anyone nervous, but open, honest conversations are what keep relationships strong. The key is to approach them with care: choose the right time, speak with kindness and listen as much as you share.

✨ Try this: Instead of starting with “we need to talk”, try “can we check in about something that’s important to me?” Notice how it softens the moment.

💬 Want more practical tips for healthy communication? Send me a message, I’d love to support your journey.

Hi, I’m Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt 👋, founder of Loving Roots Project, licensed psychologist and relationship coach.I’m pas...
09/17/2025

Hi, I’m Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt 👋, founder of Loving Roots Project, licensed psychologist and relationship coach.

I’m passionate about helping people strengthen their relationships and grow personally. Over the years, I’ve worked in many mental health settings and that experience shaped my focus on couples and connection.

Outside of psychology, I’m a wife, mom, military spouse, hiker, gardener, beekeeper and animal lover 🌿 - all of which inspire the way I show up for others.

Loving Roots Project was created with one belief: when you nurture your roots, your whole life can flourish. 💛

Learn more at LovingRootsProject.com

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Loving Roots Project

The Loving Roots Project is an online coaching practice developed by psychologist and relationship coach, Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt. The mission of the project is to share positive messages about personal growth and development in order to empower and encourage others on a path toward change and happiness. We share inspirational content through weekly blogs and videos about a variety of mental wellness topics and provide relationship tips, such as conflict resolution, communication strategies and intimacy boosters.

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