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Weathering Emotional Storms

Mastering the Art of Distress Tolerance – Part 1 Imagine feeling like you’re drowning every time an uncomfortable emotion washes over you. This is the reality for many struggling with distress intolerance – a perceived inability to experience unpleasant emotions…

The Transformative Magic of Self-Awareness

What is self awareness? Self-awareness is the ability to recognize and understand our own thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and motivations. It’s like having a mirror that reflects not only our outer appearance but also our inner world. When we cultivate self-awareness,…

Stop, collaborate and listen

Can we apply that advice in our homes? As the famous rapper Vanilla Ice once said, “Stop, collaborate and listen.” While he was talking about a completely different topic, his words can be applied to family communication as well. When…

What is the secret weapon of strong relationships?

Happy Couple chatting

In any relationship, it is inevitable that conflicts and misunderstandings will arise. The interesting question is: What sets successful couples apart from struggling ones? Research has shown that couples who are skilled at making and accepting repair attempts have more…