“If you had to express right now how you feel about a certain topic, how would you do it?“ What can get in the way of a relationship growing is when someone has a hard time expressing their feelings; simply because they have a hard time identifying how they’re feeling. This episode of Coach Kathy’s […]
How to Embrace a ‘Staycation’ This Summer
Since we’re not able to enjoy our usual activities and trips this summer, this month’s Ask Coach Kathy provides ideas to embrace a ‘Staycation’. I am sooo bored at home this summer. We miss dining out at all of our favorite restaurants. What can a couple do while in their home to keep life interesting? […]
Using Language Skills to De-escalate an Argument
This month’s positive point with a client happened when we had our session, and as I always do, asked them to share any successes they had in their relationship since we last met. They referenced two times when they “hit a bump in the road” in their conversation that led them to escalate into an […]
Understanding That You Can’t Understand How Someone Feels
“Oh I understand exactly how you feel.“ Has anyone ever told you that after you’ve shared something? Although this is a well-intentioned phrase, it does not help the situation and frankly, is not the best thing to say to someone. This episode of Coach Kathy’s Clips discusses an example of a couple’s coaching session when […]
Handling the Disappointment of Canceled Summer Trips
With summer trips and travel plans canceled due to COVID-19, this month’s Ask Coach Kathy provides a tip for handling the disappointment. I am so bummed. My husband and I had a few trips planned for this summer and all are cancelled. How do you handle the disappointment of this happening? We feel like we […]
