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A Little Compassion Goes a Long Way
Tis’ the Season for Compassion With the holiday season in full bloom and many things from this past year causing us distress, there is a great need for both compassion for others and for ourselves. First, we get to build awareness. Why do we feel anxious,...
Savoring: Part 1
Did you know that in animal totems the hummingbird represents “enjoying the sweetest nectar of life?” I have always had an affinity for hummingbirds. They seem magical and delicate and strong all at the same time. The summers bring hundreds of these birds to my...
Rules of Engagement: Part 3
Rules of Engagement: Part 3 Here we are! Part three and the last three rules of engagement. I hope you are enjoying this journey and finding value in these rules, so far. Although we’ve been talking about the rules building on each other, I encourage you to explore...
Rules of Engagement: Part 2
So, last time we talked about rules one and two. To review: we are not calling names or walking away when things get tough! Rather, asking for a break to collect your thoughts and come back with a new perspective. Now, we are going to look at rules 3-6. To start us...
Rules of Engagement: Part 1
QUOTE: “Your relationship should be a safe haven, not a battlefield, the world is hard enough already.” When Joe and I started dating, I knew I wanted to communicate more successfully than I had in previous relationships. I experienced both ends of the...
A Quick Tip on Positivity
What does it mean to be positive in a world that is chaotic and at times, extremely negative? How could practicing being more positive impact your day, week, month, or year? I am here to tell you that it could not only change your life, but it could impact the lives...
Top 5 Communication Tips
Ever catch yourself thinking things like “they should just know how I feel,”when it comes to your partner? Yeah, we have all been there. Unfortunately, communication breakdown between couples is a lot more common than not. So yes, take solace in the fact you are not...
Active Listening
What if I told you there is a way you can improve your relationships, feel heard AND have your needs/desires met? Sound too good to be true? It’s not!
Date Night – Not a Luxury!
Joe and I have been HAPPILY together for over 25 years. We genuinely have fun together and absolutely adore each other! Once when I was at a wedding, a gal commented that we looked like newlyweds because we were giggling, laughing, and asked how long we were married....
Intentions
Intentions are the keys to having a loving, more joyful relationship and a lifetime of love and partnership. We all know it is difficult to navigate love relationships sometimes. You have two people from such diverse backgrounds and expectations coming...