This month’s Ask Coach Kathy talks about talking to a partner when they are hyper-defensive. My partner gets hyper-defensive whenever I express my disappointment about something. I feel like what starts out as my feeling on a situation turns into a monologue as to why my mate was justified. How do I deal with this? […]
The Power of the Pause
There is power in the pause! Summer is such a great time to be active and busy with our partners, whether that’s biking or swimming or walking or hiking. However, when it comes to communication with our partners, that kind of energy can really hinder how we talk to each other. Sometimes that can lead […]
Creating a Blueprint for Change
Some transitions in life can feel daunting! This month’s positive point with a client happened over months of them communicating about and planning for a job change. Some transitions in life can feel daunting, and a job change is one of those transitions. This particular couple worked hard at using the tools they learned having […]
Using a Communication Review to Improve Your Relationship
The beginning of the year is a great time for an assessment of ourselves, our relationships and especially our communication. We all make mistakes or have an interaction with our mate that doesn’t always go well. So, when this happens and you step away, it is the perfect time to do a communication review. This […]
Relationships, Emotions and the Coronavirus in the 2020 Holiday Season
This month’s Ask Coach Kathy discusses how to validate your mate’s emotions as you navigate through the holiday season. My wife and I are disagreeing on Christmas this year. She’s afraid to spend the amount we usually do on gifts for the family because of the uncertainty of the virus. She wants to have a […]
