Grounding Techniques to Quiet Distressing Thought AUTHOR: Crystal Raypole What are grounding techniques? Grounding techniques are exercises that may help you refocus on the present moment to distract yourself from anxious feelings. You can use grounding techniques to help create space from distressing feelings in nearly any situation, but they’re especially helpful for improving: Physical grounding … Continued
The Four Horsemen: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling AUTHOR: Ellie Lisitsa Being able to identify the Four Horsemen in your conflict discussions is a necessary first step to eliminating them and replacing them with healthy, productive communication patterns. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is a metaphor depicting the end of times in the New … Continued
The Four Horsemen: The Antidotes Author: Ellie Lisitsa Luckily, for every Horseman of the Apocalypse, there is an antidote. All relationships, even the most successful ones, have conflict. It is unavoidable. Fortunately, our research shows that it’s not the appearance of conflict, but rather how it’s managed that predicts the success or failure of a … Continued
Is it Time to Go to Couples Counselling? AUTHOR: Kyle Benson There are telltale signs that signal you and your partner could benefit from couples counseling. Ongoing relationship distress is harmful to each romantic partner’s mental(1) and physical wellbeing (2) and in addition, can negatively impact the kids (3). We all know this. Difficult conflict … Continued
