Posts belonging to Category 'Communication'
March 11, 2010 | Posted by Debbie Devine
My clients enjoy my luxurious, discreet counseling atmosphere in a beautiful cottage surrounded by trees and birds. Unlike the average therapist who answers to insurance companies regarding your care, I have a specialized, fee-only practice for the discriminating adult who is looking for the highest standards in confidentiality (no insurance accepted) and expertise. I am an experienced, senior [...]
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October 11, 2011 | Posted by Debbie Devine
1. Remind yourself that people are under more pressure and are going to be harder to get along with on special days. 2. If you choose to speak up-and “rocking the boat” is NOT a bad thing—use an “I message.” Example: Mom, I feel hurt when you criticize my cooking. 3. Try to have [...]
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April 5, 2011 | Posted by Debbie Devine
1) If someone is mean to you a lot, don’t play with them anymore. Even if they are nice again later. 2) If you let someone get away with being mean to you once, they will do it again. And again. Until you quit playing with them. 3) If you decide to stand up to [...]
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March 16, 2011 | Posted by Debbie Devine
THE HEALTHY PSYCHOLOGY OF FEEDING OURSELVES: Eat when your stomach is hungry. You need food. There’s nothing wrong with needing food. Savor every bite. Pay attention to the enjoyment of food. Stop when you are full. You can eat again soon if you need to. There is plenty. Foods are NOT “good” or “bad.” [...]
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December 2, 2010 | Posted by Debbie Devine
“A “no” uttered from deepest conviction is better and greater than a “yes” merely uttered to please, or what is worse, to avoid trouble.” Mahatma Gandhi Most of my day–and I do, indeed, love how I spend my day!- is spent explaining this concept to my clients. Only the bravest and brightest of the [...]
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