Tag: togetherness

Handling Disappointment: Exploring the Delicate Dance

In our fast-paced society, we reflexively numb our pain—and on top of that, we collectively avoid acknowledging our vulnerabilities.    The art of revealing, feeling, and healing our pain would be messy and time-consuming. And even if we do slow down, most of us would rather avoid the discomfort that comes with disappointment. What about […]

Self Talk: How Our Life Experiences Impact Our Intrapersonal Communication

Have you ever paid close attention to the way you talk to yourself? Maybe you’re someone that speaks to yourself out loud or maybe someone who talks to yourself internally. Either way, it’s great to have intrapersonal communication because it can bring us a wealth of insight.    Insight from Dr. Richard “Dick” C. Schwartz […]

Humor: How It Can Divide or Bring Us Together

Have you ever paid close attention to the role humor plays in your life? Consider the role it plays in your relationships.   In my life, I had a lot of heaviness early on and it kind of made me a pretty serious child. I wasn’t as playful as my peers. I coped with it […]