Allison Carmen shares her thoughts on the blessings of a messy room. Episode 565: The Blessings of A Messy Room by Allison Carmen on How to Practice Gratitude with Children & Mindful Parenting Allison Carmen holds a B.A. in accounting, a J.D. of Law, and a Master’s of Law in taxation. After working for a large law firm in Manhattan, Allison founded her own law firm and built a successful practice focusing on real estate, corporate, mergers and acquisitions, and taxation. After 15 years of practicing law, Allison transitioned her practice into business consulting, business coaching and life coaching. Today, Allison’s clients range from owners of multi-million dollar companies to artists, actors, writers, and parents. She's also the host of the podcast: 10 Minutes to Less Suffering. The original post is located here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/the-blessings-of-a-messy-room/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group
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565: The Blessings of A Messy Room by Allison Carmen on How to Practice Gratitude with Children & Mindful Parenting

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Episode 2139:
Steve Pavlina illuminates the paradox of clarity within human relationships, exploring how trust - or the lack thereof - shapes our understanding and expectations of partnership. He articulates a compelling narrative on the balance between embracing the chaos of human interaction and seeking psychological safety, encouraging a realistic yet hopeful perspective on navigating the complexities of relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2020/01/trust-in-human-relationships/
Quotes to ponder:
"Expect human beings to behave like human beings, which means that sometimes they’ll behave like heroes and sometimes like villains."
"If you can accept the chaos and even learn to love it and to play with it, especially in your human relationships, you can stroll through the world of humans while maintaining a strong feeling of centeredness and psychological safety."
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2139: Trust in Human Relationships by Steve Pavlina on Understanding & Expectations on Partnership

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Episode 2138:
Jamie Greenwood's exploration in "A Broken Heart Is an Open Heart" through Tiny Buddha.com unveils the transformative power of heartbreak. Greenwood eloquently shares her journey from guarding her heart with high walls to experiencing profound love and self-awareness through the pain of a broken heart. Her narrative serves as a beacon for those navigating the rough seas of heartbreak, offering hope that such pain can expand our capacity to love and understand ourselves more deeply.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/broken-heart-open-heart/
Quotes to ponder:
"A broken heart is not the same as sadness. Sadness occurs when the heart is stone cold and lifeless. On the contrary, there is an unbelievable amount of vitality in a broken heart.” ~Elizabeth Lesser
"It is true. I did not love my ex-husband to my fullest capacity because up until my heart broke open, I could not love myself to such capacity."
"Know this: A broken heart is an open heart. It is in the breaking, when our hearts are peeled back on themselves, that our truths have passage to come in and out."
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2138: A Broken Heart Is an Open Heart by Jamie Greenwood with Tiny Buddha on Pround Love & Self-Awareness

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Episode 2137:
Lisa Merlo-Booth tackles the pervasive issue of communication breakdowns in relationships, particularly focusing on the "Deer in the Headlights Phenomenon." She explores the tendency of men to shut down in conversations, leaving their female partners feeling unheard and frustrated. Merlo-Booth offers practical advice for both partners to improve communication, deepen emotional connections, and break the cycle of silence and over-talking.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lisamerlobooth.com/the-deer-in-the-headlights-phenomenon-a-communication-blunder-in-relationships/
Quotes to ponder:
"The men, almost immediately when the women began speaking, would look like a deer in the headlights and say absolutely nothing."
"If someone is speaking to you, acknowledge that they have spoken; to do otherwise is just plain rude."
"The more silent you remain, the more talkative she will become. Intimacy requires a sharing of oneself with another-emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Start talking!"
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2137: The Deer In The Headlights Phenomenon - A Communication Blunder In Relationships by Lisa Merlo-Booth

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Episode 2136:
Kevin from FinancialPanther.com shares a personal story about his family's decision to live without a car, despite moving to a location that significantly increases the distance to their son's daycare. By embracing an electric bike equipped with a child seat, Kevin not only manages to maintain this car-free lifestyle but also highlights the value of making intentional choices about our conveniences and the way we navigate urban environments. His experience serves as a testament to the power of decision-making in aligning with one's values and priorities.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://financialpanther.com/the-things-we-choose/
Quotes to ponder:
"It really is possible to move children around a city without a car."
"It should be about making intentional choices. Buy the things you want. Don’t buy the things you don’t want."
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2136: The Things We Choose by Kevin of Financial Panther on Living an Intentional Life & Power of Decision-Making

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Episode 2135:
Rachael Pace, writing for Psych Alive.org, illuminates the destructive nature of comparing our current relationships to past ones or those of others. She eloquently argues that such comparisons not only rob us of joy but also pave the way for unfair expectations, bitterness, and a failure to appreciate the unique qualities of our partners. By embracing respect and focusing on the positives, Pace offers a roadmap to nurturing more fulfilling relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/6-reasons-you-should-never-compare-your-relationships/
Quotes to ponder:
"There is an old saying that goes 'Comparison is the thief of joy.' This phrase has been around for decades, and for good reason. The moment you start comparing your partner to another relationship is the moment you choose to be unhappy."
"Stop comparing your spouse to someone else and start looking at their positive qualities and loving them for who they are."
"Comparing your partner to someone else isn’t fair. You shouldn’t get serious with someone if your only intention is to change them."
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565: The Blessings of A Messy Room by Allison Carmen on How to Practice Gratitude with Children & Mindful Parenting

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