Raquel Plank Consulting

17/10/2024

You can leave them on read. You don't owe anyone your time, energy or emotional labor!

In our interconnected world, social interactions play a crucial role in our lives. However, the constant demands of socializing, both online and offline, can lead to a phenomenon known as social burnout. You ever just leave that text message on read because you don't feel like dealing with it? In th...

03/10/2024

So many were caught unprepared for Hurricane Helene. Would your relationship survive such a storm?

After ten years of living in Florida without issue, I move to the safety of the Virginia mountains only to be hit with the worst hurricane this area has seen in thirty years. I am fortunate to have only been minorly affected by power outages and light flooding, whereas many small towns throughout We...

23/09/2024

Drifting away from your favorite people? Today on the blog, I discuss how to reconnect and rebuild those relationships.

How many times have you let a relationship slip through the cracks? Relationships often take a backseat to our busy lives. We may even say, "Well, Life gets in the way." As a relationship coach, I’ve witnessed firsthand the myriad ways in which couples and friendships drift apart, facing challenge...

16/09/2024

"They're Eating the Dogs!" and other racist myths that are passed down through the generations. Today I explore racism and its effect on your relationships.

If you watched the presidential debate with Former President Donald Trump and Current Vice President Kamala Harris, you may be familiar with a claim that was made about illegal immigrants eating dogs and cats in Springfield, Ohio. Since, the debate, the Govenor of Ohio has confirmed that there have....

12/09/2024

Ever wonder why your partner might lie to you? Find out in today's post about the dirty truth of why people lie in relationships.

I don't think I am bringing some novel idea to light. Lying is one of the most destructive forces in any relationship. Whether it's a "harmless" white lie or a full-blown deception, the impact on trust, intimacy, and emotional security can be devastating. Recently, I posted about ways to rebuild tru...

03/09/2024

Last week I told you your relationship was failing because of you. This week I take it a bit further and deliver some hard truths about why you are unhappy in your relationship.

As a relationship consultant working with couples, I’ve seen the same patterns play out over and over again. Last week I called you out and said that you were the reason your relationships were failing. This week I'm going to take it a step further. The truth is, most relationships fail not becaus...

01/09/2024

If you think you are healed but still have something negative to say, you aren't as healed as you think you are.

27/08/2024

I'm cross posting for visibility.

I would love to do a Q and A type post. Message me if you have a question you'd like to see addressed in regard to relationships or the creative process. All questions will be posted anonymously on the blog for your privacy.

26/08/2024

It may be hard to hear but you are probably the reason your relationships are failing. Check out this post to learn why and what you can do about it.

In the journey of any relationship, it’s tempting to look outward for explanations when things go awry. So many times I hear complaints about a partner, friend or mother-in-law. Often, the immediate reaction is to blame external factors—your partner's behavior, unforeseen life changes, or even t...

22/08/2024

Discover your attachment style and start improving your relationships today!

As a relationship consultant, I’ve witnessed love in its many forms. Some relationships flourish effortlessly, while others face significant challenges. One key element that consistently comes up in my work is the concept of attachment styles. These styles, often shaped by our early experiences, p...