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Family Gatherings: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Experience
Family gatherings often stir up mixed feelings. Some look forward to reconnecting, while others feel uneasy or even want to avoid these events. When family dynamics are challenging or you feel out of place, skipping gatherings might seem like the easiest choice. Yet, avoiding these moments can increase anxiety and cause missed opportunities to build stronger bonds. Approaching family events with curiosity can shift your experience from stressful to meaningful. Read more....
mrebekahshurtleff
Nov 263 min read
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Essential Tips to Nurture Family Connections That Last a Lifetime
Just as we invest in our careers or personal growth, investing in family relationships is crucial for long-term happiness. Building strong connections requires intentional effort. Make it a priority to spend quality time together, engage in meaningful conversations, and create shared experiences. Research indicates that families who prioritize these elements report an 85% overall satisfaction in their relationships. Remember, the time and energy you dedicate to nurturing thes
mrebekahshurtleff
Aug 294 min read
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Managing Holiday Anxiety: Tips for Navigating the Stress of the Season
Managing holiday anxiety can feel overwhelming, but it’s possible to enjoy the season with a clear plan and some mindfulness.
mrebekahshurtleff
Nov 30, 20243 min read
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Embrace the Unknown: Elevating Family Gatherings with Curiosity and Connection
Curiosity can truly change how we experience gatherings. Ask yourself: what can you discover from this gathering? What stories are hidden?
mrebekahshurtleff
Nov 22, 20244 min read
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Effective Strategies for Managing Family Stress and Cultivating Stronger Relationships
The holiday season is a time for celebration, joy, and connection. But for many families, it can also lead to stress and tension. When...
mrebekahshurtleff
Nov 14, 20243 min read
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Forgiveness for Family Harmony: A Transformative Holiday Approach
Embrace the power of forgiveness; it might just transform how you celebrate the holidays for years to come; honor our past foster our future
mrebekahshurtleff
Oct 31, 20243 min read
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Unconventional Family Bonding: Authentic Activities to Strengthen Connections
Carving out intentional moments for bonding can create lasting memories and strengthen the family unit.
mrebekahshurtleff
Sep 30, 20242 min read
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Content by Rebekah Shurtleff Marriage and Family Therapist
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