relationships

Inspiring Quote of the Day ~ Compassion Begins By Looking Inside

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“The more you know yourself, the more patience you have for what you see in others.”

Erik Erikson

Feeling Good Tip of the Day ~ Spend Time Where It Really Counts

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“Vanessa King, a happiness expert, advises, ‘The profound power of knowing how you spend your time — whether that’s at work or relaxing in the evening — can help you to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life.  Manage your social media diet. When you look back on your life you’re not going to wish you spent more time of your time scrolling,'”  Source

NOTE: It’s easy to forget the people we love and who love us. We know they are always there and will have our back – Until they’re not there. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok or some newer iterations will always be there. We can’t say the same for those we love and who love us. Spend time where it really counts – it will make all the difference.

Photo of the Day ~ Working Together

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Doing things together

Builds trust

Builds relationships

Wraps a relationship in LOVE

 

 

 

 

 

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Photo of the Day ~ Dance On

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Every Great Relationship is a dance.

Where the dancers think only of each other.

Gliding gracefully through life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Positive Thought of the Day ~ It’s Easy Lifting

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“The real great man is the man who makes every man feel great.” Gilbert K. Chesterton

 

Note: We lift ourselves when we lift others. No one is left behind.

Photo of the Day ~ What’s Really Important

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The small things

ARE THE BIG THINGS

Positive Thought of the Day ~

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“Where you stand determines what you see and what you do not see; it determines also the angle you see it from;

a change in where you stand changes everything.” ~ Steve de Shazer

Many of our disagreements arise from what we see. We believe what we see to be all one can see. When we shift our line of sight/perspective, we see something much different from what we originally saw. If we have the courage to investigate this new perspective it may change our perception.

Feeling Good Tip of the Day ~ Listening Builds Great Relationships

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Become a Good Listener to Build Your Relationship

Everyone wants to be heard and understood, which is why listening is the foundation for any meaningful relationship. Authentic listening signals that you’re genuinely interested in the other person and what he or she has to say.

Part of being a good listener is developing self-awareness and noticing if you’re truly engaged in the conversation. One of the easiest and fastest ways to be a better listener is to stop interrupting.

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Note: One way to show the other that you are listening is to “check in.” Ask the person if you can check in to see if you have heard correctly. Then share what you believe the other said and ask if you are accurate. This will show your deep interest in wanted to listen.

Feeling Good Tip of the Day ~ Better Relationships From Better Questions

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At the end of a long day, we tend to mentally check out of our lives and, consequently, our relationship. We rely on the standard question, “How was your day?” But because we hear that question so often, many of us will reflexively just respond with the bare minimum: “Fine. How was yours?” This does nothing to improve your connection and can actually damage it because you’re losing the opportunity to regularly connect in a small way.

If your initial “How was your day?” doesn’t spark much conversation, try asking more creative follow-up questions: “What made you smile today?” or “What was the most challenging part of your day?” You’ll be amazed at the answers you’ll get, with the added benefit of gaining greater insight into your significant other.

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Note: Other questions to ask is: What was something great that happened to you today. What made it feel great?

Health Tip of the Day ~ The Dark Side of Anger

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What Happens to Your Body When Anger Becomes Excessive

Here are ways that anger can hurt our health:

  1. Increases Stress: When we’re angry, our bodies go into a “fight or flight” response, which increases our heart rate, blood pressure, and the production of stress hormones like cortisol. Chronic anger can lead to prolonged stress, which can increase the risk of many health problems, such as heart disease, depression, and anxiety.
  2. Weakens Immune System: Chronic anger and stress can also weaken our immune system, making us more susceptible to illnesses and infections.
  3. Affects Relationships: Uncontrolled anger can damage relationships with family, friends, and coworkers, leading to social isolation, loneliness, and feelings of frustration or helplessness.
  4. Impairs Decision Making: When we’re angry, our ability to think logically and make rational decisions is impaired, which can lead to poor choices, such as impulsive behavior, substance abuse, or risky behaviors.
  5. Can Lead to Physical Violence: Uncontrolled anger can escalate to physical violence, causing injuries, and long-term health consequences.

Manage anger in healthy ways by practicing relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation, exercising regularly, seeking support from a therapist or support group, and learning healthy communication and problem-solving skills.

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