by Nancy | Nov 21, 2023 | Communication Skills, Conflict, Habit Change, Problem Solving, Respectful Behaviors, Uncategorized
I heard Dr. Phil say, “Choose the behavior. Choose the consequences!” It reminded me of the saying, “Commit the crime. Do the time!” Communication habits predictably cause emotional distance or connection. Over time, emotional...
by Nancy | Nov 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
Learning where my responsibilities end and another person’s begin has been a life-long curriculum for me. The learning began in my late-twenties when I hired a carpenter to build some cabinets in my sewing room. The first few days he was...
by Nancy | Nov 7, 2023 | Communication Skills, Encouragement, Listening, Soul Mates, Uncategorized
I once had a neighbor who came from across the street and said, “I’m curious… I see couples pull up in front of your house fighting and crying and a few hours later they get in the car and spend a few minutes hugging and kissing before leaving. What do you...
by Nancy | Oct 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
…Consciously or Unconsciously Every decision we make is made according to our priorities whether they be conscious or unconscious. When I brush my teeth, it’s to honor my priority of using my own teeth for the rest of my life. When...
by Nancy | Oct 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Feeling Loved Appreciation is a currency that can be generously “spent” to create goodwill in a relationship…or completely withheld to create a negative feeling of being taken for granted. Being appreciated conveys the sense of being seen, heard, and...
by Nancy | Oct 17, 2023 | Communication Skills, Conflict, Habit Change, Problem Solving, Uncategorized
The problem with beliefs is that they dictate the quality of our relationship experience from the foggy corners of our unconscious. That’s OK if the belief is positive…like, ” I am deserving of a great relationship,” or, “We will...
