Hanna Basel

We all know that listening is important. But truly being heard ? That’s what makes relationships feel safe and meaningful. The way we listen shapes conversations just as much as the words we choose to speak. Good listening isn’t just about hearing words—it’s about engagement, attention, and care . Here are six essential ways to deepen your listening skills and create stronger connections. 1. Know the Difference Between Hearing and Listening Listening isn’t just passively absorbing sound. It’s...

What Does Repair Really Look Like in Relationships? We all know that couple—the ones who bicker constantly. My friends Jenna and Ryan are sharp, hilarious, and incred ibly fun… except for one thing: they argue all the time . Holidays, dinner parties, weekend getaways—you name it, they’re going at it. And yet… they’ve been together for decades. They love each other deeply, value each other’s opinions, and genuinely enjoy spending time together. So why does it work? The Rhythm of Connection and...

When the ground gives out beneath you Discovery day. Disclosure day. The day everything you believed about your relationship feels rewritten. One person is reeling, trying to make sense of what happened. The other is flooded with guilt, shame, and the fear they’ve destroyed everything. Both are heartbroken — just in different ways. When couples reach out to me after betrayal, they usually ask the same question: “Can we ever come back from this?” The honest answer is yes  — but not by...