You are in the middle of a conversation with a friend at a local coffee shop. You haven’t seen each other in weeks, and you can’t wait to dish on the latest things happening. Or, you are in the middle of an argument with your significant other, and you just need to shut them up.... Continue Reading →
When events happen in your life, are you reacting or are you responding? What is the difference? Reaction is based on our subconscious patterns and beliefs. Think of it as a "knee-jerk" reaction, one that happens instantly and does not require time to process or evaluate. A reaction is often a habit, and it is... Continue Reading →
Communication can be difficult at times, especially when we are upset about something. Using “I” statements may allow us to work through disagreements in a way that allows everyone to express their own opinion and feelings. The “I” statement forces us to take responsibility for what we are thinking and feeling and stops us from... Continue Reading →
Many people seek counseling and therapy when they are walking through a tough situation, suffering a mental illness, or simply feel stuck. However, something doesn’t always have to be wrong in order to get help. Pre-marriage counseling can be so beneficial to help newly engaged couples enter into a whole new season of their lives.... Continue Reading →
Why is Safer Internet Day Celebrated? Safer Internet Day is celebrated in February each year to bring awareness to the importance of a safe and positive digital world. Now, more than ever everyone is browsing through the media because of everything being done virtually, which means we must be more responsible and careful. The internet... Continue Reading →
¿Por qué se celebra el Día de Internet más seguro? El Día de Internet más seguro se celebra en febrero de cada año para concienciar sobre la importancia de un mundo digital seguro y positivo. Ahora más que nunca todo el mundo navega por los medios porque todo se hace de forma virtual, por lo... Continue Reading →
For couples, the holiday season can be stressful, to say the least. There can be arguments about money, whose parents' house we are going to first, where we will be spending the most time, what to bring, what gifts to get, etc. This year with COVID, all of these factors can be even more challenging. One thing couples will benefit from is... Continue Reading →
Welcome back to my review of The Power of Two by Susan Heitler. In our last post we covered the second basic of dialogue which is, use the four S’s We discussed a cooperative and collaborative way to communicate that focuses on interlacing the thoughts and perspectives of the individuals to create a new mutual understanding.... Continue Reading →
Welcome back to my review of The Power of Two by Susan Heitler. In our last post we covered the first basic of dialogue, braid your dialogue. We discussed a cooperative and collaborative way to communicate that focuses on interlacing the thoughts and perspectives of the individuals to create a new mutual understanding. Today we will be... Continue Reading →
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