Degrees of Freedom

Exploring the complexities of modern relationships.

by Kelley Quirk, M.A.

Relationship Self-Esteem: Contingent Connection

Relationships, when they are good, are so very good. They can fill us up, make us feel complete, enhance who we are as a person, and contribute to a sense of self-worth. But what happens when that sense of completeness begins to completely determine how we feel about ourselves? Read More

Can an ‘Other’ Enhance Your Relationship?

The idea of an "other" added to a monogamous relationship seems understandably confusing and threatening to most partners. Giving your partner free reign to indulge and engage with other people outside your relationship causes more than a little "yuck" in most our minds (and stomachs). But, what if an "other" could enhance the relationship? And no, I'm not talking about a threesome here. Read More