Bringing Compassion to This Holiday Season

Bringing Compassion to This Holiday Season

“Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday season filled with love, belonging, and heart-warming kindness.” ~LMB While many families are busy getting excited about the holidays, many others are grieving tremendous losses. In recent weeks alone, from the...
Is This Pattern Making Your Problems Worse?

Is This Pattern Making Your Problems Worse?

“Explaining why you did something doesn’t erase the impact, repair the hurt, or change the outcome.” ~LMB Have you fallen into the habit of explaining your actions rather than repairing the hurt those actions caused? Do any of these responses sound...
Slow Down to Soak in the Gifts of the Holiday Season

Slow Down to Soak in the Gifts of the Holiday Season

“Focusing on the stress of the holiday season blinds you to the gifts. Don’t be blinded.” ~LMB  Holidays can be a tremendous trigger for stress. You’re worried about getting everything done, having family members get along, cooking a great meal, etc....
Understanding Relationship Complaints: Listen the First Time

Understanding Relationship Complaints: Listen the First Time

“When your partner complains about a pattern of behavior you do, listen, the first time.” ~LMB The key way out of a struggling relationship is finding the courage to change in the area your partner has been asking you to change for years. Too many people...