In which we dig through the internet for our favorite articles related to wholeness and healing in all aspects of life:
5 PHYSICAL WAYS TO BUILD MENTAL STRENGTH via Psychology Today
If you do not know about the connection between physical health and menatl health, you need to. And it runs both ways. The connection is a strong one that yields positive results when we utilize it correctly. This Psychology Today article highlights 5 physical activities you can do right now that will have an impact on you mentally.
10 THINGS TO TRY BEFORE GIVING UP ON YOUR MARRAIGE via The Gottman Institute Blog
I do not think anyone goes into marriage wanting it to fail. So when it begins to, knowing what to do can be difficult. The Gottman Institute offers 10 things to try before completely giving up. Of course there is no silver bullet, but these are pretty great suggestions. I particularly like #6. Spending time together so often goes by the wayside the longer a couple is married. Reclaiming that time together can be marriage-saving!
5 COMMUNICATION SKILLS EVERY COUPLE SHOULD DEVELOP via Goodtherapy.org
In the same vein, communication is also vital to saving a relationship. The tips in this article sound straight-forward but they are hard to implement. Figuring out how to do them, however, has the potential to take your relationship to another level.
DARING GREATLY by Brene Brown
I have not been able to stop recommending this book to everyone I see! If you have talked to me in the last two weeks I have probably talked to you about this book. I cannot recommend it highly enough. It does not just give you an understanding of the devastating impact of shame in our lives but gives you practical and courageous answers. It is a book hat I believe applies universally; to all people in all walks of life. Read it, read it, read it. And thank me later!
Have an awesome weekend!
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