Are You Sure About That?

When I was young —probably 3 or 4 years old, my mom told me something. She told me that when cows were lying down it meant it was going to rain. Maybe she told me this one or two more times, I’m not sure, yet I believed her completely. Even though there was a good deal of evidence suggesting that this fact wasn’t exactly accurate, I was sure this was true. What do you believe that really isn’t true?

Mindfulness, Communication, RelationshipsTerrie LewineNovember 1, 2022honesty, relationships, stories, partnership, family, communication, mindfulnessComment

Ask for Impact, not Permission

In any kind of partnership, whether it is your significant other, friends, work colleagues or even parent/child relationships, I encourage asking for impact rather than asking permission. You no longer need permission. Perhaps in a healthy culture, you never did.

It's a We Thing

One of the primary touchstones of compassionate consciousness is that we hold everyone’s needs dear. Meaning in our relationships we are considering solutions or strategies that meet the needs of all involved. It’s a we thing. I have found that this is a place where people get a bit stuck.

Being Heard and Respecting Choice

What are you really hoping for when you want to be heard? Is there a difference between being heard, being fully self-expressed and being agreed with?

Finding Happy

Every year as September whizzes by I feel kind of frantic, thinking “I’m not ready! I was just getting used to being warm and enjoying summer.” Unhappy. Then, when I realize it's the Autumnal Equinox, I think to myself, “Ohhh, let’s have a celebration!” Happy.

Mindfulness, Communication, Health and Wellness, inspiration, Self CareTerrie LewineSeptember 20, 2022ceremony, autumn equinox, mabon, ritual, happiness, thoughtsComment

Trust. Where's the Line?

Trust. It’s so important in relationships. Trust is most often thought about in the context of trusting someone else. Yet, trusting another person is only part of the story.

Looking for Honesty in Your Relationships?

Most people say they value honesty in a relationship. It seems like a no-brainer. Of course we want honesty. Yet true and consistent honesty remains elusive to many.

Mindfulness, Communication, FamilyTerrie LewineSeptember 11, 2022honesty, communication, nonviolent communicationComment

Mental Wellness ~ A Better Name for Mental Illness?

Mental Illness is such an important topic. We have begun to address the idea more openly as a society. In my experience there have some sports stars leading the charge by speaking more freely about their anxiety and fears. What I think is unfortunate is that they are being burdened with the label of Mental Illness.