Lisa Merlo-Booth shares her thoughts on mixed messages.  Episode 523: Communication in Relationships: Are Your Actions Matching Your Words or Are You Giving Mixed Messages? by Lisa Merlo-Booth Lisa Merlo-Booth is a straight-talking and highly effective relationship expert, speaker, and blogger. She has over twenty years of experience in the field of therapy and relationship coaching and a thriving private practice with a client base of individuals and couples spanning the United States and Europe. Lisa is widely known for her straight talk on women, and for her emphasis on teaching women to stop responding in the extremes (silencing or exploding) and, instead, to affect change in a way that is grounded, respectful, and strong. This highly effective approach to communication is about speaking from Grounded Powerful Strength (GPS) rather than the extremes of meekness or aggression.  The original post is located here: https://lisamerlobooth.com/communication-in-relationships-are-your-actions-matching-your-words-or-are-you-giving-mixed-messages/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group
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523: Communication in Relationships: Are Your Actions Matching Your Words or Are You Giving Mixed Messages? by Lisa Merlo-Booth

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Episode 2150:
Antonia Collins of Balance Through Simplicity.com provides insightful strategies for managing the deluge of creativity from children's endless art projects. Discover practical tips on sorting, preserving, and honoring your child's artwork, ensuring their creations are cherished without overwhelming your space. This piece offers valuable guidance for keeping what's special and letting go with grace.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://balancethroughsimplicity.com/what-to-do-if-youre-buried-under-your-childrens-artwork/
Quotes to ponder:
Explain to your children (depending on their age and understanding) that it’s just not possible to keep everything they make, however much you love it all."
"For the one(s) that you want to keep, make sure you put it in a frame or find a place for it on the shelf straightaway otherwise it will end up in the pile of jobs waiting to do but you never get around to."
"Your children’s artwork is special and it’s easy to want to keep everything. But with a bit of practice you’ll find it easier choosing the pieces that are the most important to you and your children will enjoy learning and choosing with you."
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2150: What To Do With Children’s Artwork When You Can’t Keep It All by Antonia Collins of Balance Through Simplicity

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Episode 2149:
In "Helping Your Child with Anxiety," Dr. Laura Markham offers compassionate and practical strategies for parents to support their anxious children. Markham emphasizes the importance of understanding, empathy, and gentle guidance in teaching children to manage their fears and anxieties, empowering them to face challenges with confidence and resilience.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/read/helping-your-child-with-anxiety
Quotes to ponder:
"Anxiety is a signal, not a sentence. It's your body's way of telling you that something needs to be noticed and perhaps changed."
"Worry exaggerates and threatens with worst-case scenarios that are unlikely to happen. Teach your child to stand up to worries by using the NED approach: Notice, Externalize, and Dispute the worry."
"Empathy creates the safety that is essential for emotional expression. Laughter changes the body chemistry to decrease stress hormones that contribute to anxiety."
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2149: Helping Your Child with Anxiety by Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy Kids on Supporting Anxious Children

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Episode 2148:
Mark Manson delves into the complexities of love and its insufficiency to resolve relationship problems in "Love is Not Enough - Part 2." Through personal anecdotes and poignant truths, Manson argues that love, while intoxicating, cannot replace self-respect, dignity, and personal growth. This piece challenges readers to evaluate their relationships and prioritize their well-being, making a compelling case for the importance of self-love and integrity in the quest for healthy relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/love
Quotes to ponder:
"While love may make you feel better about your relationship problems, it doesn’t actually solve any of your relationship problems."
"A loving relationship is supposed to supplement our individual identity, not damage it or replace it."
"The only way you can fully enjoy the love in your life is to choose to make something else more important in your life than love."
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2148: [Part 2] Love is Not Enough by Mark Manson on Prioritizing Well-Being & The Importance of Self-Love

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Episode 2147:
In "Love is Not Enough - Part 1," Mark Manson of MarkManson.net delves into the complex nature of love, challenging the often romanticized notion that love is all one needs for a fulfilling relationship. Through contrasting examples of John Lennon and Trent Reznor, Manson illustrates how idealizing love can lead to overlooking essential values like respect, humility, and commitment, ultimately sabotaging relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/love
Quotes to ponder:
"When we believe that 'all we need is love,' then like Lennon, we’re more likely to ignore fundamental values such as respect, humility and commitment towards the people we care about."
"Love does not equal compatibility. Just because you fall in love with someone doesn’t necessarily mean they’re a good partner for you to be with over the long term."
Episode references:
All You Need Is Love official song details and lyrics: https://www.thebeatles.com/all-you-need-love-0
The Global Meaning Behind The Beatles Hit Song ‘All You Need Is Love’: https://americansongwriter.com/the-global-meaning-behind-the-beatles-hit-song-all-you-need-is-love/
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2147: [Part 1] Love is Not Enough by Mark Manson on Overlooking Essential Values Like Respect, Humility & Commitment

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Episode 2146:
In "Should I Tell Him I Want a Real Relationship," Melissa Josue offers compassionate advice to a reader torn between confessing her feelings and preserving a friendship. Josue underscores the importance of honest communication and distinguishes between sharing feelings and making demands. Her insights guide those navigating the delicate balance between vulnerability and maintaining one's own emotional health in potential relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://melissathelovecoach.com/should-i-tell-him-i-want-a-real-relationship/
Quotes to ponder:
"Sharing your feelings is a powerful and wonderful way to connect and deepen your relationship and bring him closer to you, even if it is a friendship right now."
"There’s a difference between telling him to do something and sharing your feelings. I’ll explain HOW you do it will make all the difference."
"If a man is ready for a relationship and interested, he’ll do everything within his power to attain what he wants (if he knows what he wants)."
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523: Communication in Relationships: Are Your Actions Matching Your Words or Are You Giving Mixed Messages? by Lisa Merlo-Booth

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