Relationships: Connecting the Past with the Present

April 30, 2012 By 9 Comments
Robert Plutchik's Wheel of Emotions

Robert Plutchik's Wheel of Emotions (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW

Be mindful and aware of what is really happening in the present. 

Painful feelings stemming from past emotional wounds have a way of resurfacing in our present day relationships.  Although this concept is nothing new, many of us are totally unaware of what is happening when our feelings surrounding old injuries are triggered.  We may believe that the prompting event in the here and now is the sole cause of our emotional distress without connecting the dots to the past.  Many times what is happening in the present is a reminder, either conscious or unconscious, of our history.  Displaced emotion can wreak havoc on our current relationships if we do not really know what is going on within us. [Read more...]

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Another Day of Inspiration

April 27, 2012 By 10 Comments

Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW

Helen Keller did not need an excuse to stay down, but she chose to get up anyway.  

“Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it.  My optimism, then, does not rest on the absence of evil, but on a glad belief in the preponderance of good and a willing effort always to cooperate with the good, that it may prevail.”  -Helen Keller

No Hearing  No Sight  All Vision!

Kristin’s note: To fully appreciate today’s inspiration, pause for a moment and imagine what it would be like to live your entire life deaf and blind; then read Helen’s quote again.

Now get up and have a great day!

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Today’s Inspiration

April 26, 2012 By 26 Comments

Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW

Today when I become frustrated, disappointed, angry, or impatient, I will ask myself three questions.

Will this matter next month?

Will this matter next year?

Is this a life changing event?

I will then calm myself and breathe; knowing that it is only my reaction to the event that is life changing.

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What Makes a Highly Productive Manager?

April 24, 2012 By 12 Comments

“Highly productive managers have the confidence and respect of their workers and, because of their skills in human relationships, receive greater cooperation and productivity from their workers.  Highly motivated workers have greater freedom, more respect and consideration, greater participation in decision-making, and are part of an enthusiastic and cooperative team.”        -Frank Goble, author of The Third Force: The Psychology of Abraham Maslow [Read more...]

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Embracing the Pain

April 21, 2012 By 25 Comments

Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW

If you allow yourself to feel, you allow yourself to heal.

When I meet my clients for the first time, most of them are going through some of the toughest times in their lives.  Their strength and courage often amazes me.  Empathizing as their story unfolds, can sometimes be painfully overwhelming.  If it feels overwhelming to me, I often think, imagine what it must be like for them?

Together, we embark on a journey; [Read more...]

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9 Ways to Tell Your Children That You Love Them

April 16, 2012 By 29 Comments

Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW

As I have said before, I often remind myself of healthy practices as I write.  Today is no different, as I embark on a journey to remember and practice what I already know.  Yes, I am guilty of not always practicing what I preach, but I am progressing and that is the important part.

It is true that my grammar did not improve until I became a sixth grade English teacher.  It appears that teaching others can sometimes be the best form of education.  Together we can learn.

“Children will remember the simplest of things; things that you and I will  forget.” 

9 Ways to Tell Your Children That You Love Them

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Goal Setting Tips and Daily Motivation

April 14, 2012 By 28 Comments

Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW

People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing, that’s why we recommend it daily. –Zig Zigler

What can you do to daily motivate yourself? [Read more...]

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Balancing Your Energy

April 5, 2012 By 21 Comments

Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW

What would happen if you were to drive your car without ever stopping to refuel?  You guessed it.  You would run out of gas.  Your body is no different.  If you continue to run, without taking time to refuel, you too, will stop.  Your body needs to maintain a balance of energy to function properly. [Read more...]

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A Life Practice Tip for Today

April 2, 2012 By 12 Comments

Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW

Life Rewards Action

A dream remains a dream until paired with action.

Action is needed to turn the dream into a reality.

 Do you sit back and dream? or

Do you sit back and dream and then get up and do?

Don’t just watch life, live life.

All big things start with one small step.

Even the smallest action creates momentum.

Make it purposeful!

Make it meaningful!

Make it count!

You are never too old, and it is never too late!

Begin today!

Let Life In!

You are worth it!

Let Life In Practices

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