141: Terrie Lewine on Improve Your Relationships and Foster Connection




Straight-Up Wellness show

Summary: In this episode, Terrie Lewine talks about using compassionate communication to foster successful relationships.<br> <br> * Connection as a goal<br> * Playing every card you have<br> * Craving safety in communication<br> * Realizing your worst fears<br> * Desire to people please<br> * Asking from a place of love<br> * Understanding your role<br> * Asking for a do-over<br> * Connecting request<br> * When what you say isn't received well<br> * Avoiding reactivation by staying present<br> * Realizing we all want to connect and share the same fears<br> * Equality in meeting needs<br> * Creativity in meeting needs<br> * Communication practice<br> * Practice focusing on positivity and gratitude<br> * Short term agreements<br> * How to communicate in times of 24/7 togetherness<br> * Speaking up instead of the silent treatment<br> * Finding ways to listen<br> * Never hearing criticism <br> * Prioritizing self-discovery<br> * Resolving conflict by remembering what you love<br> * Needs-based communication with kids<br> * Navigating our feelings in the role of a parent<br> * Finding and connecting with Terrie