Communicating Well

Communicating Well Helping individuals to shift their experience so they can connect more consciously with themselves a

You’ve probably heard of the 5 love languages.But what if your partner’s language changes when they’re stressed?Or when ...
09/09/2025

You’ve probably heard of the 5 love languages.
But what if your partner’s language changes when they’re stressed?
Or when they’re hurt?
Or when they don’t feel safe to ask for what they need?
Level Up Your Relationship goes beyond the basics.

We explore the deeper questions:
🌀How does your partner feel loved when they’re not at their best?
🌀What makes an apology land with them?
🌀How do you both show appreciation—and what gets missed?

Because connection isn’t just about expressing love—it’s about making sure that love is received.
🌱 This course helps you learn each other’s emotional landscape with curiosity and care—not assumptions.
Love languages are a great start. We’ll take you the rest of the way.

💛 Begin your deeper connection journey here:
https://communicatingwell.uteach.io/courses/level-up-your-relationship (link in bio)

In moments of uncertainty, when the path feels unclear, remember: your inner wisdom is always there—quiet, steady, and g...
09/08/2025

In moments of uncertainty, when the path feels unclear, remember: your inner wisdom is always there—quiet, steady, and guiding. Therapy is a gentle journey to reconnect with that place within you, helping you uncover clarity, strength, and healing.
Trust yourself. You already hold the map. 💫

When you’re feeling anxious, your mind might jump straight to judgment:“Why am I feeling this way? I should be stronger....
09/05/2025

When you’re feeling anxious, your mind might jump straight to judgment:
“Why am I feeling this way? I should be stronger. I shouldn’t be scared.”
Those thoughts don’t calm anxiety — they add a second layer of stress.
Try swapping judgment for compassion:
“Given what I’ve been through lately, no wonder I’m feeling this way.”
It’s not about excusing or avoiding. It’s about acknowledging there’s a reason for your feelings, even if you don’t fully understand it yet.

This small phrase — no wonder — can soften your inner voice and reduce the grip anxiety has on you.
In my free course, I’ll teach you exactly when and how to use “no wonder” alongside four other skills that work together to create more peace inside.

Learn the 5-step approach free — link in bio (https://communicatingwell.uteach.io/courses/you-gotta-name-it-to-tame-it)

Sometimes healing looks like getting messy. 🐾This little poodle didn’t plan to be up to her elbows in mud today—but she ...
09/04/2025

Sometimes healing looks like getting messy. 🐾
This little poodle didn’t plan to be up to her elbows in mud today—but she did follow her curiosity, stay present, and now she’s absolutely thrilled about it.

Therapy can be a bit like that too. You might get into some emotional mud along the way—old stories, tricky feelings, vulnerable truths. But often, that mess is where the real joy begins to grow.
So if you’re feeling a little emotionally “muddy” right now, maybe it’s not a setback. Maybe it’s a sign you’re right on track. 💚

Whether you want to deepen connections or boost confidence in social settings, asking questions is a powerful tool. It e...
09/03/2025

Whether you want to deepen connections or boost confidence in social settings, asking questions is a powerful tool. It encourages your nervous system to shift from fear to curiosity, promoting a calmer state of mind. Plus, it’s an excellent way to learn about others, fostering a sense of comfort and safety in social environments.

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬:
1) Choose a few questions from our weekly posts
2) Practice with your friends and family (what a great way to learn more about them too!)
3) Experiment going into new social situations and using the questions to start conversations and build your confidence and sense of connection.

What helps you feel more socially comfortable and more connected?

Let’s be real: conflict happens. he goal isn’t to avoid it—it’s to get better at it.In most relationships, what hurts th...
09/02/2025

Let’s be real: conflict happens.
he goal isn’t to avoid it—it’s to get better at it.
In most relationships, what hurts the most isn’t the disagreement itself. It’s what happens around it:
The eye-rolling
The walking away
The bringing up that thing from 2017 again...
But conflict doesn’t have to be chaotic. It can be a doorway to deeper understanding—if you have the tools.

Inside Level Up Your Relationship, we walk you through:
✨Why couples fight the way they do
✨How to pause and shift in the heat of the moment
✨What healthy repair actually looks like (hint: it's not just saying sorry)

🎯 You’ll leave with practical scripts, reflection prompts, and a shared language for turning fights into forward movement.

If you’re tired of the same old arguments on repeat, this is your sign to shift the cycle.
🎧 Get the skills for conflict that connects—not damages:
https://communicatingwell.uteach.io/courses/level-up-your-relationship (link in bio)

Change starts within. When we heal ourselves, grow emotionally, and become more mindful, we ripple out that energy into ...
09/01/2025

Change starts within. When we heal ourselves, grow emotionally, and become more mindful, we ripple out that energy into our communities and the world. True transformation begins in the quiet, courageous work of self-awareness and self-compassion.
By committing to our own growth, we become powerful agents of positive change — not just for ourselves, but for society as a whole.
Take a moment today to look inward. What small step can you take toward your own transformation? The world is waiting for the unique change only you can bring.

When anxiety shows up, most of us want to make it disappear as quickly as possible.We might distract ourselves, push thr...
08/29/2025

When anxiety shows up, most of us want to make it disappear as quickly as possible.
We might distract ourselves, push through, or try to “think it away.”
But what if, instead, we offered comfort to the part of us that’s struggling?
Here’s a simple way to try:

1️⃣ Notice where in your body you feel the tension, fear, or unease.
2️⃣ Place your hand gently there.
3️⃣ Take a few slow breaths, as if you’re keeping that part company.
This is self-compassion in action.

It says to your nervous system: “I’m here with you. You’re not alone.”
Over time, this quiet act of care can shift how you relate to anxiety — from a battle you have to win, to a part of yourself you can soothe.

In my free 5-lesson course, I’ll walk you through how to combine this step with other practices that help reduce anxiety and create more inner safety.

Start practicing today — free link in bio. https://communicatingwell.uteach.io/courses/you-gotta-name-it-to-tame-it

There’s something primal about the urge to leave a mark — to be seen, to be known, to say: I was here.This little poodle...
08/28/2025

There’s something primal about the urge to leave a mark — to be seen, to be known, to say: I was here.
This little poodle, in her own doggy way, reminds us of that deep human need. We’re all trying to make meaning, to shape the world around us, even in small and quiet ways. A kind gesture, a vulnerable conversation, a creative act — they all leave a trace.

So take up space. Share your truth. Trust that even the tiniest imprint can matter.
(And yes, sometimes marking your territory is part of claiming your place in the world — metaphorically, of course. 🐶)

You schedule oil changes for your car.You book your dental cleanings in advance.But when was the last time you checked i...
08/26/2025

You schedule oil changes for your car.
You book your dental cleanings in advance.
But when was the last time you checked in on your relationship?
A simple, weekly check-in can be one of the most powerful tools for connection. It’s a time to pause, tune in, and ask:
🌀 How are we doing—really?

In Level Up Your Relationship, we teach you how to build small, meaningful rituals into your week that make a big difference. You’ll learn how to:
🔅Create a safe container for honest check-ins
🔅Celebrate what’s going well (and we often skip that!)
🔅Name what’s been hard without spiraling into conflict
🔅End with appreciation and a plan for support

And don’t worry—these aren’t stiff or clinical. They’re human, heartfelt, and surprisingly fun.
☕ Whether it’s Sunday coffee or Friday walks, you can create space to reconnect—on purpose.

Ready to turn check-ins into your new love language? Join the course today:
https://communicatingwell.uteach.io/courses/level-up-your-relationship (link in bio)

🌿 Pause. Listen. Your body is speaking. 🌿In the quiet moments, your body holds the stories your mind may not yet underst...
08/25/2025

🌿 Pause. Listen. Your body is speaking. 🌿
In the quiet moments, your body holds the stories your mind may not yet understand. Tension, discomfort, or subtle sensations are not just physical — they’re messages from your inner self, guiding you toward healing and awareness.
Taking a moment to pause and truly listen can be the first step toward transformation. Your body is wise. Trust it, honor it, and let it lead you to deeper connection and peace.
🧘‍♀️ How do you check in with your body during stressful times? Share below!

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Creating Conscious Connection

Part of communicating well is learning to understand our own inner landscape - our thoughts, emotions, body sensations and reactions. By increasing this self-awareness, we are more able to engage in conscious connection. This conscious connection allows for more compassionate communication with both ourselves and others.

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Take care, Jill