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changing your thoughts
Buddha said, "We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we believe." Unfortunately, our thoughts aren't always realistic or helpful....

Elise Smithmier
Jun 29, 20201 min read


be present
This week's #ThursdayThought coming at you a day late because I spent the day being present with loved ones. It was a great reminder of...

Elise Smithmier
Jun 25, 20201 min read


feelings
#ThursdayThought inspired by@glennondoyleand her book Untamed. What feelings are you avoiding? A lot of emotions can seem overpowering...

Elise Smithmier
Jun 17, 20201 min read


when to seek couples counseling
Timing is everything when it comes to couples counseling. Most couples wait years before discussing the option of counseling, causing a...

Elise Smithmier
Jun 13, 20201 min read


self-care isn't selfish
#ThursdayThought Self care isn't selfish. Take a moment to be intentional in prioritizing you today.

Elise Smithmier
Jun 10, 20201 min read


your worth
#ThursdayThought There have been a lot of messages about using quarantine time productively and effectively, whether that's spending...

Elise Smithmier
Jun 3, 20201 min read


seek to understand
Change happens when we honor our diversities by viewing them as strengths rather than weaknesses. Seek to understand, not assume or...

Elise Smithmier
Jun 1, 20201 min read


it's okay not to be okay
Whatever you're feeling, it's okay. You don't have to have it all together. You are good enough just the way you are - struggles included.

Elise Smithmier
May 22, 20201 min read


change is okay
For this week's #ThursdayThought ⠀ ⠀ Create your own reset button when you need to. Even if it's just a mindset reset.

Elise Smithmier
May 20, 20201 min read


communicate with success
When communicating with your partner, use this structure: "I feel ______, and I need ______." This avoids the potential of criticizing or...

Elise Smithmier
May 18, 20201 min read


you're enough
For this week's #ThursdayThought ⠀ ⠀ I've been wrestling with what I should post for my first "official" post when I was reminded of this...

Elise Smithmier
May 13, 20201 min read
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