Dr. Yaz Headley

COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY IN LONDON


Green Flags in Relationships
Green flags in relationships are signs of healthy, respectful, and supportive love. They show up through emotional safety, open communication, mutual effort, shared values, and consistent actions. Recognizing these positive traits helps us build strong, fulfilling connections — not just avoid toxic ones.
Red Flags in Relationships
A quick guide to spotting red flags in relationships, including signs of control, manipulation, boundary violations, and abuse. Learn why these patterns matter and when to seek help—because healthy love should feel safe and respectful.
The ‘Ick”
This blog explores "the ick" - that sudden, visceral feeling of revulsion that can instantly kill romantic attraction. It draws on research showing this disgust response evolved to protect against disease but now guides relationship compatibility. Women experience icks more often than men, with triggers like poor hygiene, bad manners, and social norm violations. While icks can protect against incompatible partners, they can also be defence mechanisms to avoid intimacy. The blog offers guidance on managing icks, stressing the importance of distinguishing between irritation and true incompatibility and treating icks as information, not absolute judgements. 

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