Posted: March 30, 2023
Research indicates speaking positive affirmations can have a positive effect on self-perception with mirrors aiding in self-development, shifting the way you see yourself, and grounding you in your body. Instructions Get a mirror. Handheld mirrors are best as they have a more “getting up and...
Posted: March 30, 2023
Pulled from the book Happy Together , here are a couple exercises on expressing kindness. Kindness is an essential aspect of well being and relationships, encouraging gratitude (which builds commitment) and working against contempt (which is the attribute most correlated to separation). Instructions Cultivate Kindness....
Posted: March 30, 2023
Mindfulness is the cornerstone of every therapeutic intervention. There are many ways to practice mindfulness, here are just a few. Examples Flow , or being in the zone, is a state of enjoyment, focus, and absorption in an activity such as sports, creative arts, gardening,...
Posted: March 30, 2023
The following questions are about your relationship styles and meta-emotions . Read them and try to answer honestly. Conflict-Avoider Style: Generally prefers little disagreement. If there is an issue, prefers to discuss the issue completely, but not try to influence partner or persuade partner or...
Posted: March 30, 2023
This exercise is used to help promote presence and regathering calm. Instructions Before starting this exercise, pay attention to your breathing. Slow, deep, long breaths can help you maintain a sense of calm or help you return to a calmer state. Once you find your...
Posted: March 30, 2023
The first 90 minutes of our day tend to be the most productive, according to research. The most successful people practice consistent rituals that they perform optimally while focusing on the essential tasks. A great way to set yourself up to be as creative and...