In any kind of partnership, whether it is your significant other, friends, work colleagues or even parent/child relationships, I encourage asking for impact rather than asking permission. You no longer need permission. Perhaps in a healthy culture, you never did.

Communication, Family, RelationshipsTerrie LewineOctober 22, 2022impact, permission, communication, nonviolent communication, couples, relationships, therapy, family, mindfulness, equity, fairness Comments

It's a We Thing

One of the primary touchstones of compassionate consciousness is that we hold everyone’s needs dear. Meaning in our relationships we are considering solutions or strategies that meet the needs of all involved. It’s a we thing. I have found that this is a place where people get a bit stuck.

Mindfulness, Communication, FamilyTerrie LewineOctober 13, 2022relationships, healthy relationships, communication, connection, couples, therapy, nonviolent communication Comment

Trust. Where's the Line?

Trust. It’s so important in relationships. Trust is most often thought about in the context of trusting someone else. Yet, trusting another person is only part of the story.

Family, Communication, Health and Wellness, RelationshipsTerrie LewineSeptember 19, 2022trust, communication, nonviolent communication, empowerment, honesty, healthy relationshipsComment

Looking for Honesty in Your Relationships?

Most people say they value honesty in a relationship. It seems like a no-brainer. Of course we want honesty. Yet true and consistent honesty remains elusive to many.

Mindfulness, Communication, FamilyTerrie LewineSeptember 11, 2022honesty, communication, nonviolent communicationComment

Will Smith + Chris Rock ~ Perfect Teaching Moment

I watched what happened between Will Smith and Chris Rock on the Oscars. The exchange offers the most perfect classic opportunity to talk about the ideas behind Nonviolent Communication. My first pass at writing something was quite educational (and dry). I’m realizing I want to write about what is in my heart.

Mindfulness, inspiration, Communication, Black Lives Matter, FamilyTerrie LewineMarch 29, 2022will smith, the oscars, academy awards, communication Comments

How to Have a Happy Holiday Season

Some people just love the holidays. Family gatherings are a delight. The hustle-bustle of the time is energizing. It’s all a love fest! For some, the holidays are not a delight. If you are in the first category, then maybe find something else to read. If you are in the second category, I offer you some tips!

Mindfulness, FamilyTerrie LewineNovember 22, 2021holidays, holidaygiving, family, communication, empowermentComment

I Know it's a Story But...

For those of you who deeply want to change the way you communicate with others. For those of you who truly want to transform your relationships, for those of you who want to be responsible for your responses to the world, please consider never letting this phrase slip through your lips into the airwaves again. Even better, delete it from your thinking.

Communication, Relationships, FamilyTerrie LewineNovember 15, 2021communication, nvc, nonviolent communication, couples, therapy, healthy relationships, healthy communicationComment

It Goes Both Ways. A Mother's Day Tale.

Blessings to all of you moms who are doing the hard work of raising the next generation. I’m sure you are navigating this role with the incredible mindfulness required to enjoy the tasks asked of you on a daily basis. This is a story about the rest of us. It my mother’s day tale.