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12/08/2023

There’s less pressure around how to get it right when we know what components should be included and what should be avoided.

💙Keep the focus on the other person, even if you are peripherally related to the deceased.
💜Remember, you can’t make their pain go away. That’s not the point.
♥️Get clear about the goal. The goal is to validate their pain and offer support for what they are going through.
♥️This is not an appropriate time to offer support that is aimed at transmitting your beliefs about what happens after death. For example, “He’s in a better place now” suggests that there is shared belief that there is an afterlife. If you don’t know for sure that they share this belief, don’t put your beliefs on them. That kind of misaligned support can come off as dismissive.
💜The intensity/level of support offered should match what you know about their relationship to the deceased. If you don’t know much about that relationship then don’t make assumptions just because of how they are connected (for example, don’t assume that the parent-child relationship was strong).
💙Don’t blame the deceased. This sounds obvious, but happens all the time. People say things like, “He’d been drinking a long time. His body was bound to break down.” If that comes out of the mouth of the person you are supporting, that’s OK. That’s their experience and their mourning, but it’s insensitive to put that on them.
💜If they died by su***de, don’t make comments that are judgmental. You are allowed to have your own thoughts and feelings about su***de, but it’s important you don’t put those on the person you are trying to support.
Specific phrases to avoid:
👉🏽”She’s in a better place now.”
👉🏽”You’re young. You have a chance to start over again.”
👉🏽”He’s been sick a long time. It was time.”
👉🏽”He had a long life.”
👉🏽”They’ve been gone a long time. It’s time to move on.”
👉🏽”I know how you feel.”

11/28/2023

Giving an apology is vulnerable, but so is accepting one! There are some common reasons accepting an apology is hard. A major one is feeling like the apology itself is inauthentic or not really heart felt. What makes it hard for you to accept an apology?

11/24/2023

STEP ONE: Allow yourself to feel your feelings. This is not the time to shrink your feeling or bury your experience. Allow yourself to feel the full impact of what has happened. It's important to recognize the hurt or disappointment that you may have experienced or you won’t even not what kind of apology is worth accepting.

Step TWO: Listen fully to the apology. Don’t interrupt.

Step THREE: Use your judgment to asses whether or not the apology offered was genuine. STEP FOUR: Check out what you are feeling inside after the apology. What thoughts and feelings are coming up for you? Listen to your instincts.

STEP FIVE: If you feel safe enough, express what is coming up for you. Articulate your thoughts and emotions clearly, avoiding any accusatory or aggressive language. Use "I" statements to convey how their actions or words affected you personally. This is also a time to ask for clarity if you need it.

STEP SIX: Check in with yourself. Are you ready to accept their apology?

STEP SEVEN: Verbally accept the apology. Make eye contact.

“I appreciate you coming to me and taking ownership. I accept your apology, though it will take time to rebuild trust with you in this way. As part of accepting their apology, you have the right to protect yourself and set boundaries as necessary.”

STEP EIGHT: Depending on the severity of the offense, propose plan to keep checking in about it. This is not necessary in every situation.

11/12/2023

Parenting and raising teens brings its own set of challenges. Want some tips to help you navigate these years. Check out the full article my top tips from a teen therapist with practical examples @ www.femfwd.com.

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11/04/2023

Professionally, I listen to teenagers for a living. Many parents struggle with knowing how to help their teenager and worry about their teens mental health, social media, picking the wrong friend group, getting into drugs or alcohol, sneaking out, etc. Check out the full article my top tips from a teen therapist with practical examples.

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10/21/2023

It’s not messing up that’s the problem, it’s failing to repair. One of the ways to repair is to apologize. This applies to all of our relationships, even our children!

10/03/2023

Communication is a fundamental aspect of any relationship, and within the boundaries of a marriage, healthy communication is paramount for a successful marriage.

Yet, conflicts and disagreements are a natural part of any relationship, and in some instances, they can escalate to yelling or raised voices.

This article is to help you better understand the reasons behind why your wife yells or raises their voice, offer insights into your marriage, and practical strategies to foster effective communication patterns.

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09/23/2023

About 25,000 people have searched this exact phrase per month in Google. Do you want to understand the reasons behind why you yell or raise you voice? Are you overwhelmed? Do you have unmet needs?
*Keep in mind, that yelling can also be a sign of abuse. Read this article for more insights!

08/25/2023

Touched out is a term thats meant to describe feeling overwhelmed by being physically needed constantly by kids, your partner, and even the family pets. Of course, this is not an all inclusive list, but it is a great start!

✅Carve out times when your body is just yours. This is about creating space for bodily autonomy.
✅Ask for help and accept help
Alone time on a regular basis and not just when you are at your breaking point. This is a preventative method and I encourage you not to underestimate the value of prevention, as taking breaks will increase your frustration tolerance and expand your window of tolerance for meeting the needs others.
✅Spread the load- If you are partnered, ask and expect them to help. Set the bar as early as possible that they need to participate in the emotional, mental, and physical load that contributes to this feeling of too many people needing you all the time.
✅Nourish your body for you- Do things specifically for your body that are only for you, such as physical exercise, getting a massage, taking a bubble bath, stretching, etc. ✅Set boundaries- Set boundaries with your children, your partner, the household pets, etc. This boundaries can be specifically about your physical space and some boundaries can get out this underlying need overload you are experiencing.
💯For example, a physical boundary might sound like “Mama’s body needs a break right now so you can’t sit on my lap. I am happy to play legos with you and have you sit right next to me.”

08/21/2023

Want a Healthier Relationship?

08/21/2023

Want to improve your relationships? Get better sleep 😴 Quality sleep means better emotion regulation and better capacity to handle our loved ones big feeling. Good sleep is about listening to your natural rhythm and having good sleep hygiene. Click link in bio to head to our website and check out our newest article.

08/18/2023

Although love is highly important, being in a long and committed marriage takes more than just love. So, what are the other components to making a marriage successful and healthy? Check out our website to read the full article! Link in bio.

07/31/2023

We chose our partners, but not their parents! Some of us our lucky and have awesome in-laws. Some of us our not so lucky! ✅Do you feel like you are constantly walking on eggshells when you are with your mother-in-law?
✅Do you feel like you will never measure up? ✅Do you feel like you are constantly falling short in some way?
✅Do you feel like you can’t be honest with her about how your feel?
✅How about feeling exhausted when you are with her?

07/28/2023

Boundaries are so important! You can have boundaries AND be kind. You get to disagree, say no, make yourself a priority, and stand up for yourself. When setting boundaries use assertive communication that is honest, appropriate, respectful, and direct. 💯

07/21/2023

❤️‍🔥Signs that you are spending time with a toxic person aren’t just about their behaviors. How you feel and how you behave when you are with them is just as important. Here are some wanting signs you may be with a person who is toxic:

💔You often feel like you’re walking on eggshells when you are with her.
💔You feel unable to be yourself.
💔You feel drained when you are with them.
💔 You feel uncomfortable and uneasy in their presence.
💔You are hesitant to tell them how you actually feel or what you actually think.
💔You are resentful of them.
What else would you add to the list?? Drop it in the comments below.

06/29/2023

Just because you take a break, does not mean that the issue(s) are resolved. When couples take a “break,” the problems might have simply been put on hold. Often, couples come to therapy too late. One or both partners may have already decided to call it quits and go to therapy as a last resort. It is often too late then.
Go to counseling in a proactive manner!

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06/28/2023

Let’s talk guidelines for taking a break on your relationship the healthy way! Anything you’d add? Check out the full article on our website at www.femfwd.com.

06/26/2023

Why do couples take a break? Do they even work?

We outlined 6 reasons people take breaks in a relationships.

Here is #1: Soften A Break Up.

They really want to break up or divorce but it is a softer way to do it. They think this will gently ease the their partner into the inevitable break up. However, this will likely just prolong their angst and cause them to worry more. They may try to do everything they can to salvage the relationship, such as, trying to change themselves, be a better partner, ask for couples counseling, etc.
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