 By Lavern Nissley
As you think back over your growing up years, what is your impression of the marriage model given to you by your parents? Typically, though not always, we follow in the path of what we've observed. We often hear from couples that they didn't have healthy marriage models to emulate or that they don't know hardly any couples they would consider healthy and/or worthy of imitating. How sad! Would you take a minute to complete a 2 question survey, please? Your responses are totally anonymous (and will not be used against you!) Results will be posted in next week's blog.
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 By Lavern Nissley
I noticed a recent Facebook post by good friend Jeff Pinkleton about his annual check in with daughter, Leah. He referenced an article from All Pro Dad that provides a helpful framework for doing annual check ins with his kids. Could be appropriate for more frequent than annual, if that's a better rhythm for you. Want to see the questions?  By Lavern Nissley
(reprinted from November 18, 2018 post) "Couples who sweat together, stay together." Really? Yeah, research actually supports surprising benefits from exercising together. Want to know more? And details on an upcoming local opportunity to participate in a couple's boot camp? A 2014 post in Psychology Today cites lab studies that "after jointly participating in an exciting physical challenge or activity, couples report feeling more satisfied with their relationships and more in love with their partner." Apparently, the physiological arousal in being active together stimulates romantic attraction.  Pets often become almost like family members. And when they pass, the loss and grief are real and gripping. It's normal to feel sad, weepy and even depressed as you're coping with not having that special companion nearby anymore.
Our daughter-in-law, Emily, shared a brief reflection on the recent passing of her dog after 9 years of faithful companionship. It is moving and thoughtful, and not just a little bit tear-inducing. |
HostsLavern & Ronda Nissley are co-directors of Encompass. Married since 1978, both enjoy coffee, riding their tandem bicycle and working together to build strong relationships. TOPICS
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Encompass Connection Center services are provided to all eligible persons on a non-discriminatory basis. Encompass Connection Center complies with all applicable laws and regulations concerning discrimination does not discriminate on the basis of the potential participant's race, gender, gender orientation, age, disability or religion.
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