Part 5 – Aloof or Manic? Dealing with Each
Today I want to deal with a couple more defensive behaviors you may come up against. These include a person who is needy and talking too much or the opposite 'lights are on but nobody home'.
Part 6 – Mr. or Mrs. Perfect: When the Verbal Abuse is Covert
Today we will discuss another type of defense you may come up against. But first I should share that the aim of these articles is not to judge anyone, but to help you become aware of defensive behaviour and continue practicing ways to bring you back to expressing your authentic self.
Companionship: A Two Way Street
"They never talk to me", is the most common complaint I hear from codependents about their marriage partner. I find this especially sad, because this person rarely sees how deep and tragic their wound. This subject is so sad, I…
Better Conversation – Part 1
I've heard it said if you don’t discover what a new person you meet is genuinely passionate about within the first few minutes of talking to them—you are unlikely to ever form a lasting connection. I would take this even…
Better Conversation – Part 2
In our last lesson, I talked about SR's. These are standard responses or stories that people tell over and over again. In today's lesson, I am going to share two techniques that will encourage the person you are conversing with…
Kim’s Group Dashboard
Please start by reading Back From the Looking Glass and The Love Safety Net Workbook. Visit the private Facebook group here to discuss the topics and ask questions!