A practical way to name what you need, keep personal details private, and leave room for an honest answer.
By Dr. Katherine Jewett, PsyD, LMFT | Time to Thrive Therapy
You open a message to ask someone for help. Before you reach the request, you have written several paragraphs explaining
… Read the restHow to return to one practical question after a difficult conversation, without rushing past what hurt.
By Dr. Katherine Jewett, PsyD, LMFT | Time to Thrive Therapy
The apology has happened. You are speaking more gently. Then a message arrives asking whether you are coming on Saturday, and you realize
… Read the restPrepare a clear purpose, an honest question, and a workable limit before you begin.
By Dr. Katherine Jewett, PsyD, LMFT | Time to Thrive Therapy
You know there is something you need to discuss. While washing dishes or driving home, you rehearse the opening. Then you imagine the other person's
… Read the restWhy you feel overwhelmed or shut down and what may help
By Dr. Katherine Jewett, PsyD, LMFT | California license 100342
You sit down to answer a message and cannot find the words. Earlier, you were rushing through the day, irritated by every interruption. Now even a simple decision feels … Read the rest
Continue readingOther ways to feel more grounded
Dr. Katherine Jewett, PsyD, LMFT | California LMFT 100342
Someone says, “Take a deep breath.” You try. Then you notice how tight your chest feels, start wondering whether you are getting enough air, or become so focused on breathing correctly that you feel more … Read the rest
Continue readingA gentle guide for when you feel overwhelmed
By Dr. Katherine Jewett, PsyD, LMFT | California license 100342
You know the conversation matters. You want to listen. Yet your shoulders are tight, your thoughts are moving quickly, and the next thing you say comes out sharper than you intended.
Or … Read the rest
Continue readingNot all nervous system tools have to be mainstream to be powerful. I often recommend five more free relaxation apps to clients who are overwhelmed, overstimulated, or just trying to get through Tuesday without unraveling.
Calm is consistently ranked among the … Read the rest
Continue readingNo matter how much we love and adore our children, completely relating to them can be challenging at times. Yet, that ‘relating’ is essential to the life-long connection we have to our kids. . .and their life-long connections to us and to the world.
The following is an adaptation of … Read the rest
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