The way we are spoken to as children becomes the way we speak to ourselves and others as adults, but as we become more aware of how we both think and speak habitually, we also develop more choice and creativity about who we want to be today. When we soften our heated conversations with loved […]
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Finding Yourself After a Broken Marriage
Marriage. Is it an antiquated institution? Have you lost yourself in motherhood? Connection with your authentic self or connection with your partner? Needs. How do you communicate your needs openly and directly to your partner? It could be vulnerable. It takes courage to show up authentically and vulnerably in our intimate relationship. Do you suppress […]
On Acceptance and Perfectionism
Acceptance is one of the basic emotional needs. How do you show acceptance to your child? Why is parental acceptance such a significant influence on the child? What is a childhood memory you have of really being heard and seen? What is a way that you connect with your child deeply? Those special moments often happen in […]
Mindful Communication: How To Find Your Voice, Speak Your Truth and Listen Deeply
About my guest Oren Jay Sofer teaches meditation and communication retreats and workshops nationally. A member of the Spirit Rock Teachers Council, he is a Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication, a Course Trainer at Mindful Schools, and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner for healing trauma. Oren also holds a degree in Comparative Religion from Columbia University […]
How to Communicate Your Needs in a Relationship
Communication is big part of any relationship. When we become parents our relationship with our parenting partner gains a whole new layer of complexity. Are you a good communicator? Is your relationship a challenging one? Do you keep having the same old argument? Are you in touch with your needs? Can you communicate them safely […]