Uplifting Relationship Resources

What we think about is what we get. When trying to “get” good things you’re your life, focus on the “Why” instead of the “When” or “How.” …thoughts that affect your whole being, and change your perspective…read more

When someone is feeling helpless, a “happy” thought won’t be, “Oh, life is just wonderful!” But a better feeling thought, or a more positive direction for you thinking might be, “Well, I’ve been here before and I have gotten out of this.” Sometimes, even feeling mad because you’ve been feeling blue is going in the right emotional direction. Just take charge. Each one of us can find those more positive thoughts to turn our days around, if we just look for them.

“Act enthusiastic and you’ll be enthusiastic” embodies the idea that we get what we think about. Making that a reality can only begin with a greater understanding of what’s swirling around in our minds in the first place.

Nearly four centuries ago Rene Descartes said, “I think, therefore I am.” While this was breakthrough thinking at the time,… it does not seem complete… emotions are a part of our fiber

instead of thinking that emotions are getting in your way of making the right choices, think of them as an internal guidance system to head you in the right direction.

So, the next time you find yourself “emotional” over a situation. Don’t criticize yourself. Don’t stuff it. Stop. Pay attention and you can take a step towards connecting to a happier you.

Mindfulness…Take a few breaths, and put a momentary silence to the constant stream of thought running through your brain. Once we slow down enough to see how we feel, we can make a decision to set our daily compass in the direction of whatever it is that we want.

Simple steps, like being intentional about asking questions, really can help. They can lift you to a better place of connection to yourself, and bring more happiness into your daily life.

Do Tell can be used as a powerful therapeutic tool. It is designed to level the psychological playing field by inspiring openness, laughter, thoughtfulness and insight. Do Tell encourages people to express who they are with greater ease and confidence.

It encourages people to loosen up and show their stuff. It’s fun, sometimes silly, sometimes serious. The idea is to invite someone you know (kind of ) and have them invite someone you don’t know.

Christmas is a season. Just like relationships, it is not for one day only. It is built with the memories we create over a lifetime.

Those of us still shopping (which is honestly most of us) feel decidedly unlike overachievers. We look at our list of things that still need to be completed, and the panic sets in.

The thing that’s different about this relationship game is that anyone in the family can play. You don’t need to have any special skills or knowledge. You just have to be yourself. That’s also why it is a great game for families. The board game is a game of connections

“…what I love about it most is when you are finished playing you feel more connected to all of those who played with you…”

“…We’ve all had a troubled relationship …within minutes, tension began to melt away, we relaxed, smiles appeared… Now I feel much closer to my family…”

Do Tell: Family Edition of The Relationship Game: Tell Card: “When was the last time you counted your blessings?” When WAS the last time you counted your blessings? That’s what we’re supposed to do this time of year. Did you actually do it on Thanksgiving? Or did your time for that activity get stuffed to [...]