As the listener, you must first notice the part of you formulating your response. This part is likely to be a protector in your system. This part is probably trying to protect you in some way. It might be protecting …
Brené Brown Quote
We meet vulnerability every time we do something new. How much vulnerability did you feel today? That’s how courageous you are! Big love, Jen
Yung Pueblo Quote
It can be challenging to move through life while in pain. This is why so many of us prioritise healing. The trick is to be in the healing process AND live life simultaneously. At specific points in the journey, it …
Before You Apologise Do This…
Before apologising, ask the other person to share the IMPACT it has had on them. Life changing. Love, Jen (Inspired by a lecture given at IFS Level 1 training by Emma Diamond – Australia)
How Was Repair Done In Your Family?
Rupture and repair were not done well in my family. When I look at my grandparents, it’s easy to see why. We tend to repeat what we learn. As an adult, I had to learn to have difficult conversations and …
Giving Your Children What You Never Had
My dad gave me a stable home in one place, something he never had. My mum gave me the example of a loving relationship, something she only had in patches. What did your parents give you?
6 Signs You Might Need Couple Therapy
If any of these sound familiar, couple therapy might be the next step to rebuilding or strengthening your bond. Don’t wait for a crisis—reaching out for help is a sign of strength! P.s. If you would like to do some …
To Be Let In
Being let into someone’s internal world allows them to trust you with their more vulnerable parts. When you can share your internal world with one another, you feel more connected and have a sense of being known, understood, and accepted …