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Power vs Force

by | May 14, 2019 | Power Dynamics

A few weeks ago my daughter and I had a rough Saturday morning. Our whole argument could be summarized in a variety of ways:Perhaps I could focus on what we each did right/wrong: She woke up in a bad mood, and I reacted badly.Or, she was struggling with hurt feelings...

How to Spend Your Resources Wisely

by | Apr 16, 2019 | Personal Growth

Last Friday, my teenage daughter asked me to come up with a list of chores she could complete around the house to make some extra cash, so that she could go “get some stuff.” “What kind of stuff?”, I asked, settling down with a cup of tea and patting the couch next to...

Connecting to Deeper Needs

by | Sep 11, 2018 | Personal Growth

We often think we know what we want, but don’t. Connecting to deeper needs in any given situation can be game-changing.Recently, I asked my 15-year old daughter to help me take some photos for a project; I needed at least two people to make it work.I planned the...

One-Up, One-Down? Try One-With

by | Jun 26, 2018 | Power Dynamics

When someone challenges, disagrees with or contradicts you, how do you respond?  Does your body tighten-up or gear-up? Do you withdraw, feel shame, get resentful, self-silence? Do you get more activated and engaged and begin to prove your point, bring in...