If you are an introvert, it can seem like you are mis-matched for the roles and tasks around you that seem to prefer extroverts.
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Living in the “Here and Now”
We’re living in uncertain times, and thinking too much about an unknown future makes it hard to be in the here and now.
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Whether you’ve been with your partner for a few months or a few years, it’s always a good idea to have regular “date nights”. Setting aside that special time for your relationship can boost intimacy and communication.
But, your date nights don’t have to follow a stereotypical pattern. You don’t always have to go to dinner and a movie or spend a lot of money in order to have a good time.
...continue reading "Date Ideas That Don’t Break the Bank"Disagreeing without Being Disagreeable: How to disagree appropriately
Have you felt like as a culture we have lost the ability to civilly disagree with each other? Or have you noticed that in your relationships it seems like it is difficult to share different opinions and ideas without conflict? Well, it's possible to disagree without being disagreeable.
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When you feel cooped up or you’re home with too many people at once, it can increase the risk of conflict.
There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed almost everyone’s lives in some way. At one point, nearly 95% of the country was under some kind of lockdown or shelter-in-place order.
While some states are slowly starting to reopen, many others are still being encouraged to stay safe at home.
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We are living in uncertain times. While this is certainly uncomfortable, it’s normal to feel out of sorts and lack confidence in making decisions about the future. Additionally, it is human nature to do better when we have routines that we can rely on. If our routines get thrown off for any reason, then our foundation feels shaky, leading to a feeling of more uncertainty.
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Some people have absolutely no problem saying "no". Others feel as though they can’t say it without feeling guilty. While no one wants to disappoint others, it’s important to know when to give yourself a break.
Have you ever been in a situation where you know you shouldn’t say "yes" to something, but you do it anyway? You don’t want the person making a request to think less of you, right?
But, when you do say yes, you end up feeling overwhelmed and may even get angry with yourself. Unfortunately, this is a vicious cycle people often face when they have trouble saying "no".
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Listening is a skill that doesn’t come easily to all of us. But the good news is that it can definitely be learned and practiced, just like any other skill.