The following continues my wife’s thoughts about lessons learned while we have been doing home repairs and facelifts. It was a crazy work week filled with the everyday hustle and bustle of running a business. I usually work three thirteen-hour days, so I have more flexibility on Thursday and Friday. The crazy week at work…
The following is a guest post from my wife. Next week, we will continue the series on our parenting assumptions. You can read part one here. Ever since we moved in, I’ve been unhappy with our kitchen. The cabinets were dark, and the floor was covered in peel-and-stick tiles. When we asked the local hardware…
This thought-provoking episode delves into the profound relationship between contentment and relinquishing control over others. Join us as we explore how true peace of mind often comes at the cost of surrendering the desire to dictate or influence the lives of those around us. We explain that the key to personal happiness lies in embracing…
You can’t build something you burn down.
Introduction: This week, we continue our journey through the six rules of communication. I recommend starting with parts one and two, if you’ve not read them yet. Today, we’ll explore how to engage in conflict once we have identified that there is a problem that needs addressing. I love these ideas because they have been…
Episode 271 is now live. In this insightful episode, we dive into one of the most challenging and nuanced aspects of family dynamics: loving your elderly toxic parents while maintaining healthy boundaries. Many of us struggle with the complex emotions that arise from dealing with toxic behaviors in those who raised us, especially as they…
Ever felt like you’re paddling through life in a one-sided canoe, going in circles without progress? In this episode, we delve into the analogy of canoeing to explore how embracing tension and distress can actually propel us forward. Just like navigating the currents, acknowledging the challenges in our lives and actively seeking solutions can lead…
This article delves into the vital balance between accepting and confronting our emotions, emphasizing how embracing our feelings fosters personal development and enhances our decision-making. It offers actionable strategies to cultivate emotional acceptance and elucidates its profound advantages. Introduction to Accepting and Challenging Feelings Emotional acceptance is a transformative process that plays a vital role…
Breaking the Cycle: Healing from Toxic Parenting – Dive into the profound impact toxic parenting has on children’s mental and emotional well-being, echoing into the adults they become! Uncover the telltale signs of toxic parenting behaviors and grasp the correlation between parental psychological abuse and mental health. Empower yourself with effective strategies for breaking the cycle and embarking on a journey of healing from past trauma. This installment marks the second part of an enlightening series, laying the groundwork for future explorations into this critical topic. You can find part one
Discover three effective habits for good self-care, including setting boundaries with No Meeting Mondays, starting the day with pleasure and beauty, and decluttering life from negativity. These habits can enhance overall well-being, reduce stress levels, and improve work-life balance. Three habits for good self care Self-care is not just about pampering oneself with occasional treats…
