Here's something nobody tells you: Emotional regulation is a skill. And most people were never taught how to do it. That's why the same arguments happen over and over. That's why some people can't have hard conversations without exploding or shutting down. It's not that they don't care. It's that they literally don't have the… Continue reading Mastering the Skill of Emotional Regulation
Tag: Relationships
How to Plan New Experiences with Your Partner
Want to grow closer with your partner?! Stop talking about "someday" adventures and schedule them in! The gap between wanting and doing can definitely dull the excitement if you don't have a proper system in place. Below is a little checklist to make sure you're getting in your dates and adventures: Couple's Experience System: Monthly… Continue reading How to Plan New Experiences with Your Partner
Express Feelings Positively with the ‘I Feel’ Framework
Here are my notes for communicating feelings and needs to others in a productive, positive way: Instead of bottling up emotions or exploding in frustration, let's work on expressing our thoughts, feelings, and needs in a productive and positive way. This is one of my biggest weaknesses (continuing and never-ending improvement). It's been fun learning… Continue reading Express Feelings Positively with the ‘I Feel’ Framework
Men’s Health Month: Simple Daily Actions, Big Impact
Happy Men's Health Month! When men take care of themselves, everyone wins. Men's health not only affects individual men, it ripples into families, friendships, and communities. Supporting men's health means committing to daily positive action. Why This Matters Men face unique challenges: they often put everyone else first, are less likely to take care of… Continue reading Men’s Health Month: Simple Daily Actions, Big Impact
Reevaluate Life Prompts for Personal Growth: Couples Edition
Ever feel like you and your partner are running on autopilot? When life gets busy, it's easy to lose sight of your growth as a couple. Joe and I set aside time once a year for a life check-in using thoughtful prompts. These prompts are meant to help us discover blind spots, celebrate progress, and… Continue reading Reevaluate Life Prompts for Personal Growth: Couples Edition
Building Emotional Intimacy: A Couples Guide
In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we'll be touching on relationships this month! Emotional intimacy is the sharing of thoughts and feelings with another person in a way that is... safe, trusting, and vulnerable. It is a key aspect of interpersonal relationships. What does emotional intimacy involve? Feeling close to another person Sharing personal feelings Receiving personal… Continue reading Building Emotional Intimacy: A Couples Guide
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