We all want our loved ones to know how special they are to us. My mother-in-law is nice at times, but is hardly the warm and fuzzy type. The holidays are approaching and I wish I could soften her up so she doesn’t feel like ice queen at the dinner table. Any ideas? Yes! I […]
How to Talk to Your Mate When They are Hyper-Defensive
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 […]
