If you venture out into the world at all during this time of year, you will probably be overwhelmed by hearts and chocolates and silhouettes of Cupid. Don’t get me wrong; it is great to have a time on the calendar when we focus on love and romance. It can benefit every relationship to have seasons like these that encourage partners to express their love. Do it. Love it. Enjoy it.
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Listen Like a Therapist
Have you ever had a conversation with someone who really listened? It’s remarkable, isn’t it? Perhaps we go through most days with so many distractions and interruptions that we aren’t necessarily aware of all the things that compete for our attention. But when someone truly listens to us, we notice.
What's Happening Right Now?
We live our lives at such a pace that staying present is difficult for us. We get distracted by cell phone dings and notifications while we are sitting around the dinner table with the loved ones we haven’t seen all day. We get caught up in trying to figure out how get that stain out of our favorite shirt while our kids are wanting to play.
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You are Not Broken: A New Kind of Resolution
The desire to make resolutions to change something about ourselves can be motivated by a lot of different factors. Sure, they can come from a place of simply wanting to take a more positive direction. But, they can also come from a place of self-criticism or doubt. This time of year can be tough because of the memories that are brought up or the anxieties that get triggered.
What Do We Really Want?
This time of year – the holidays – always seem to bring up so many things for so many people. Everywhere we turn, we hear messages of peace and love and goodwill to all of humankind. Houses are decorated with lights and tinsel. People tend to be in a giving kind of mood. Everything seems to sparkle. And then you try to find a parking space at the mall. Need I say more?
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How to Communicate with an Interrupting Child
When children interrupt, it can be frustrating for adults to deal with them. In this video, we discuss a simple, yet effective technique to ensure everyone gets heard and you don't lose your cool.