Healing interactions in relationships are a necessary part of satisfying connection. When we lack them—or when they happen too infrequently—the landscape of our relationships can quickly begin to deteriorate. Healing interactions are not about rushing to resolution or checking a box. They are reciprocal, intentional, and designed to tap into the emotional core of an underlying need or conflict. It has often been said that behind every conflict lies a wish. In order to improve your ability to have effective healing interactions with someone you care about, it is necessary to deepen empathy, strengthen curiosity, and practice both consistently.
Category: Communication/ Conflict
Returning to Therapy: Finding Steady Ground Amidst Change, Uncertainty, and Hope
Sometimes, life hands us more than one major transition at once. A new medical diagnosis. The emotional complexity of trying to conceive. An ever-present undercurrent of anxiety or uncertainty. And even in the midst of love and support, you can find yourself wondering:
How do I hold all of this? How do I stay grounded?
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Feeling Disappointed in Relationship? Read this ⬇️
When the Qualities You Loved Become the Ones That Frustrate You
There are certain qualities that naturally draw us to a romantic partner—traits that excite us, inspire us, and make us feel connected. But sometimes, those very same qualities that once felt so magnetic can later become a source of tension. For example, you might be drawn to someone’s ambition—their drive, their passion, the way they chase after their goals. But as time goes on, that ambition might start to feel like a wall between you, morphing into long work hours, missed plans, and a sense that quality time isn’t a priority.
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Important Considerations Before Starting Therapy…
Considerations For Getting Started in Therapy
Many folks might be curious about starting therapy but struggle to know how to select a therapist or even how to consider therapy services. If you do not work in the healthcare field yourself or are new to the idea of investing in therapy, you may be very unfamiliar with how it all works.
This post aims to help people become more familiar with the current landscape of therapy so that you can make informed choices about your care.
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How You Talk to Yourself Matters!
Learning how to validate self is a process.
We often emphasize the importance of validating others and downplay the importance of validating ourselves.
Practicing gentle and positive self-talk encourages our growth.
Learning how to set healthy boundaries…
Setting better boundaries doesn’t happen overnight…
Deepening your understanding of your current boundary needs and setting a plan to honor them is radical self-love.
A Holistic Approach to Treating Depression…
Feeling depressed sucks, but there is hope…
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What’s Your Relationship to Being a Beginner?
The struggle…
While browsing a local museum shop a while back (so much love for museum shops!), this nature-inspired pottery caught my eye. While I loved the colors and craftsmanship, I was most struck by the description of the artist…
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Coping With COVID-19 Stress
How are you?
I hope you are safe and well as we continue to navigate these uncertain and scary times together.
I wanted to take a moment to share a few thoughts/ resources in the hope that it spreads some hope and serves as a gentle reminder that we have the capacity to exercise some control as we go through our days in the context of this unprecedented time due to COVID-19.
Characteristics of an Effective Stress-Reducing Conversation…
An Intentional Conversation to Promote Healthy Relationships
A stress-reducing conversation is essential when it comes to maintaining a sense of connection and support within a close relationship. It helps us to feel loved, cared for, and valued. All of which help us to show the same to a partner. Continue reading “Characteristics of an Effective Stress-Reducing Conversation…”
