Gratitude Journaling Ever thought about giving it a try? What’s all this talk about gratitude really about? Just google Gratitude Journaling and you will get information galore. Many folks swear by it and professionals often encourage it. But why? Is it really helpful? A Harvard Health Medical Newsletter, sited that there are many studies, completed […]
Relationship Smarts: The Art of a Stress-Reducing Conversation
According to the Gottman Institute, happy couples reconnect each day they are apart by having a “Stress-Reducing Conversation.” Here are the steps you should follow (along with the pitfalls you should avoid) to make the most of those talks with your special someone: Take Turns.Each partner gets to talk for 15-20 minutes. Fret not! You […]
The 2 Phrases You Should Immediately Stop Using
Politeness is something we are taught to value. We typically praise young children when they “use their manners” and when they choose their words carefully (i.e. “I would like a glass of juice please” verses “I want juice” OR “I feel sad when you say I need a timeout” verses “You’re a mean mom and […]
3 Surprising Benefits of Cuddling
Whether you’re cuddling, snuggling or nuggling (ie. naked snuggling…yes it’s a real thing), the benefits are vast. There’s even a tinder-like app called “Spoonr” (formerly “Cuddlr”) that will help you locate some platonic cuddling (I couldn’t make this up if I tried!). Check out all the reasons you should quit arguing over who gets to […]
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