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5 Things to Never Change About Yourself In A Relationship

April 21, 2018 by Power of Positivity

A relationship. It’s more than just the dates, holding hands and kissing. It’s about accepting each other’s weirdness and flaws. It’s about being yourself and finding happiness together.
It’s about seeing an imperfect person perfectly. ~ Unknown

To find someone who loves and accepts us as we are is a dream come true. Going further, settling for anything less than that often ends up in suffering and heartbreak.

The truth is that if your partner loves you, they’ll love all of you, including imperfections. They may not necessarily love all of your behaviors, but they’ll love you as a whole person.

Here are five traits you shouldn’t have to change about yourself in a relationship:

1. Your Relationships with Family and Friends

Surely, tussles with extended family (read: in-laws) and members of one’s social circle happen, right? Sure, but there’s tussling, and then there’s division. The former is unacceptable, says Christine Wilk, a marriage therapist in Easton, Pennsylvania:

“You can’t give up special friendships or relationships with family members at the behest of your partner. It’s going to be hard to have a truly authentic relationship with your partner if they force you to pick sides.”

2. Your Goals and Ambitions

While we don’t have to have the same interests as our partner (as many of you surely know), it is essential to respect our significant other’s goals and ambitions. In other words, we should hold sacred that which drives them.

Never allow someone to discourage you from chasing your dreams – even if it’s someone with whom you’ve developed feelings. If you get the slightest hint that they aren’t on your side when it comes to things you want to achieve, ending the relationship is a far better option than losing your life’s purpose.

3. Your Means of Self-Expression

When we’re in a relationship with someone, all of our emotions eventually come out. We get frustrated. We get angry. We get anxious. We may break down in tears or scream at the top of our lungs. This is part of the human experience – and if your partner can not appreciate that, they’re not your true partner.

We’re all different people who feel different things. Our personality meshes better with some than it does others, and that’s okay. Loving someone means loving what makes them unique, and your emotional experience is one element of your personality that makes you unique. Don’t shut yourself down just because your significant other doesn’t understand. Move on.

4. Your Beliefs and Values

If you’ve ever fallen for someone only to have them try to instill their “beliefs and values” into you, then you can probably sympathize here. There is no rational excuse for such pedantic and disrespectful behavior; and the longer that the relationship goes, the worse it will likely get.

But alas, things aren’t so simple. When you’re single, it’s relatively easy to stick to your guns about things like your religion and spirituality, political views, and other things. When you’ve committed to a serious relationship, there is always the chance that your partner will make a big deal out of these things. When they do, it can come as a shock.

If a relationship is to thrive, it is imperative that each person’s opinions on sensitive topics are respected. Disagreement and debate are healthy. Trying to force someone to believe something against their will is abuse.

5. Your Hobbies and Interests

How many stories have we heard about the husband or wife, boyfriend or girlfriend who “forbids” their significant other from doing something that they love? (Dramatic example: think the disgruntled husband who has his golf outings taken away, or the wife who can’t have a “girls night.”)

A relationship does not – and should not – mean that someone has the right to deny you the things you love. Demanding that the person we supposedly love give up the things that make them happy indicates a severe fracture of the relationship.

Depending on the underlying problem, the situation may or may not be fixable. Are you willing to sacrifice the things that give life meaning? Why allow someone to dictate what you can and can not do?

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6 Behaviors That Reveal You’re In A ‘Situationship’

April 21, 2018 by Power of Positivity

More than friends with benefits. Less than an official relationship…Does this sound familiar?

What exactly is a situationship? Basically, a ‘situationship’ is a relationship that’s not quite official, but something definitely more than friends. Dating expert Sarah Louise Ryan defines situationship as a, “pseudo-relationship… a placebo masking itself as a relationship, but the reality is that it is not.”

Most people find themselves in a situationship before they have the “relationship talk” with the person they’re seeing. It’s almost like you can call them your boyfriend or girlfriend, but not quite yet. How do you know if you’re in a situationship, and not an actual relationship, or just friends? Here are some key behaviors to let you know that your situationship isn’t quite there yet.

Here Are 6 Behaviors That Reveal You’re In A ‘Situationship’

1. There’s no title on the relationship

Are you friends? Are you boyfriend and girlfriend? Are you partners? There’s absolutely no way to tell, because the relationship has no definite title. People in situationships “know they’re committed to you, but don’t want the additional social pressure and responsibility of being known as your partner,” says relationship expert Susan Winter.

You hang out, hold hands, and maybe you’re even intimate. But all of that still doesn’t have a definite label. When you introduce this person to your friends, you probably stumble over what to call them. If you’re talking to your parents, you probably still refer to them as just your ‘friend’. This is definitely a sign of a situationship.

2. You don’t meet each other’s friends

Introducing your partner to your friends is usually a big step. It signifies that the relationship is somewhat serious, and you want to keep seeing each other for the foreseeable future. For this reason, a situationship probably doesn’t include meeting friends. In fact, you probably don’t even know what kind of people he likes to hang out with. If you’ve never even considered introducing him to your friends, then there’s a high chance that you’re just in a situationship.

3. You avoid talking about the future

Any kind of future – whether it’s a week from now, or a year. Most people who are in committed relationships give some kind of thought to the future of their relationship. But when you’re in a situationship, you avoid talking about the future at all costs.

“Though it may not be spoken in words, you instinctively know not to ask. There are boundaries around the discussion of your ‘relationship.’ You feel as though you don’t have the right to ask, “Where’s this going?” adds Winter.

You live in the moment, and only make plans for a couple of days in advance. You never know if the other person is going to be in your life long enough to make plans any further out than that. If you’ve never discussed where this relationship is headed, you’re most likely in a situationship.

4. You’re not dating anyone else

When it comes to a relationship, it’s pretty standard that you’re not going to be dating someone else. But what about a situationship? It’s a pretty grey area when it comes to whether you’re actually together, or you’re just friends. However, if you’re in a situationship, you’re probably not seeking other people to date, either. If this was just a ‘friends with benefits’ situation, you might be looking for someone else with a little more permanence in your life. But a situationship is almost a relationship – just enough that you’re not looking to date anyone else, either.

5. You see each other mostly at night

When you’re in a situationship, you’re probably only heading over to their house during the evening hours. That is to say, the main reason that you get together is to hook up. You’re probably not seeing a lot of each other during the day. You’re also definitely not going on dates. Your relationship is largely physical. However, if you’re in a situationship, that’s probably not something that’s going to bother you a whole lot. Not to mention, when you do get together, you have a lot of fun.

6. You don’t go on dates

In a situationship, you definitely don’t make plans to go on dates together. There’s no fancy dinners, red wines and quiet nights on the beach. In a relationship, those romantic gestures would be expected, but not in a situationship. At most, in a situationship, you make plans to hang out casually. Maybe you both really want to go see the same movie, or maybe you grab lunch together. Those aren’t dates, though. At most, if you’re in a situationship, you’ll probably be hanging out together at home.

Final thoughts

Situationships are a relationship grey-area. Are you friends? More than friends? Lovers? Not quite partners? Trying to define a situationship is impossible. But now, at least, you’ll be able to notice the behaviors that let you know what kind of relationship you’re really in.

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References:
https://www.sarahlouiseryan.com/single-post/2017/03/13/7-Signs-Youre-In-A-Situationship
https://www.elitedaily.com/p/what-does-it-mean-if-youre-exclusive-but-not-in-official-relationship-6338027
http://www.susanwinter.net/8-signs-youre-going-nowhere/

Research Reveals Why There’s Little to No ADHD Medicine In France (And How They Treat It Instead)

April 21, 2018 by Power of Positivity

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, describes an abnormal sensitivity to what children or adults experience, and new research reveals why in France, medical professionals treat it without prescribing any medicine. Medication to treat ADHD is focused on changing brain chemistry, but is it really necessary, or can problems with inattention be treated without drugs?

Is ADHD just fidgeting or is it a disorder?

Fidgety children are often thought of as behaving badly in social situations when adults would prefer for them to be quiet and out of the way. However, it is the natural state of children to be active and more energetic than adults. Active children are arguably healthier than those who sit still because their muscles are moving.

Once the social rule is given to a child “sit still, behave,” we assume that they naturally want to obey our command, otherwise they would be labeled disobedient, and being disobedient is ‘bad’ behavior. However, some children experience involuntary muscle twitches or extreme sensitivity to touch on their skin that may make sitting still quite impossible, regardless of their desire to obey.

Will versus skill in controlling our behavior

An inability or lack of desire to control undesirable fidgety behavior has been viewed in some cultures as a morality problem, with children who have ADHD being labeled as ‘naughty,’ ‘willful,’ or ‘undisciplined.’ This labeling does not serve the child, and instead makes them feel less-than those who do not have this difficulty.

Children with ADHD who face this negative association with being poorly behaved may find it even more difficult to get along with other children in social settings. Peers may avoid them due to a desire to avoid association with naughty children. Remember, we use ‘naughty’ to explain why children might not get presents for Christmas.

Improving ADHD Without Medicine

Researchers in the Journal of Attention Disorders studied children with ADHD who experience peer problems that may place them at risk for adverse outcomes, like isolation. The study linked specific behaviors to peer functioning in groups of children with ADHD. They found if children offered to help a friend and made sure that they followed all of the rules, they got along better with other children and were more successful in school.

Increasing self-regard or self-esteem is also of high importance for improving symptoms that are associated with ADHD. Children who learn to unconditionally accept themselves in spite of others’ judgments attain a greater level of confidence in their ability to persist in spite of challenges.

Medicating Genetic Differences Won’t Cure ADHD

Whenever we can treat a symptom naturally without chemical intervention into the body, we should seek that natural remedy. Our modern medical system seems to have profitability as a priority and unfortunately, there are often incentives for medical providers to over-diagnose ADHD. A diagnosis means that they can establish an ongoing treatment plan and then overprescribe a pharmaceutical remedy.

The brain may have abnormalities associated with the symptoms of ADHD, which is another reason why in France they do not use medication to treat the disorder. In a review of the history of ADHD by the National Institutes of Health, researchers describe that there may be a genetic, inherited component to the inability to pay attention. The researchers say “Twin studies show that ADHD is a highly heritable disorder. Neuroimaging studies show that ADHD patients have abnormalities in frontal-subcortical-cerebellar systems involved in the regulation of attention, motor behavior, and inhibition.

From possible genetic causes of ADHD to behavioral solutions that work, medical providers in France have an understanding of the reasons that medicine doesn’t effectively treat ADHD. This research will hopefully avoid unnecessary pharmaceutical prescriptions for drugs that could cause more harm than they do good.

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7 Skills Every Independent Person Needs to Know

April 21, 2018 by Power of Positivity

Becoming an independent person is something everyone must eventually master a certain set of skills.

“Most people are unaware that they are conducting their lives more from a child’s frame of reference than in an adult mode.” ~ Robert Firestone, Ph.D.

Let’s be honest. We all have childish moments –some of which are fine and good (even fun!) Here’s the problem that Dr. Firestone is getting at: some people never grow up. As a result, they don’t take responsibility to their actions, seek to blame others, and – more often than not – lead a life of codependency.

But it is never too late to learn. The truth is that we can all gain something out of improving skills which allow us to live an independent and enjoyable life.

7 Skills an Independent Person Must Have

Without further ado, here are seven skills that every independent person should know:

1. How to Exercise Critical Thinking

Per The Foundation for Critical Thinking, “Critical thinking is the intellectually disciplined process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and/or evaluation information.” There are numerous benefits to be gained from mastering critical thinking skills, including but not limited to, self-management, self-discipline, and motivation.

In short, critical thinking involves rigorous questioning of assumptions and ideas rather than simply accepting them at face value. Heaven knows that we need more good critical thinkers now more than ever.

2. How to Manage Your Time

The words “time management” are enough to stoke fear in some – but they shouldn’t. Time management, contrary to popular belief, allows one to live more independently (rather than be a slave to the clock.) While sticking to a schedule involves a bit of discipline, the rewards are well worth the effort.

Effective time management requires knowing your goals and priorities, planning ahead, saying no, eliminating distractions, delegating responsibilities, watching what you spend, and practicing self-care.

3. How to Remember People’s Names

It goes without saying that building and maintaining relationships is a crucial life skill. A strong social network can sometimes distinguish between success and failure and happiness and despair.

A social blunder committed by many is the seeming lack of ability to remember people’s names. However, you can quickly improve this skill.

The two most important things when it comes to remembering a person’s name is concentration and repetition. Paying attention when someone speaks their name and then repeating it to yourself afterward makes a huge difference.

4. How to Negotiate

Skillful negotiation brings many desirable results in a person’s life, but saving and making money is probably where it (literally) pays off. Want a lower interest rate? Need a raise? Does the price need to come down? Having good negotiation skills in your arsenal may just make these things happen.

Remember these four things (especially the last):

You can negotiate most things – but not everything.
Negotiation is NOT a win/lose scenario.
Remember to research to gain leverage (e.g., product prices.)
Don’t be hostile! Negotiation can be turned into a polite, civilized conversation.

5. How to Perform CPR

Here’s hoping that you’ll never have to save the life of another human being. That said, about 70 percent of people feel helpless in a situation involving a heart attack, while over 80 percent of cardiac arrests occur in the home.

CPR, which stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, can be learned online or (preferably) in person. Regardless of the instructional medium, learning this valuable and potentially life-saving skill is well worth it.

6. How to Swim

If you don’t know how to swim, that’s okay. But you may want to consider learning for a couple of reasons. The main reason is, of course, for your safety. When you ride on a boat, raft, or some other vessel, knowing how to swim can not only save your life but may just save someone else’s life. Second, swimming is fun, invigorating, and an excellent form of exercise!

Most community pools hold swim lessons for a nominal fee. Another option is if you have an accomplished swimmer in your family, they can probably teach you the basics.

7. How to Recognize a Liar

Not to sound overly pessimistic, but there are liars everywhere. If you’ve ever been stung by a liar, you’re intimately familiar with the pain and embarrassment that surfaces afterward. If you haven’t, count your lucky stars.

You don’t need to be a CIA operative to learn to detect a lie. Here are some basics:

1. Ask some neutral questions: Don’t immediately delve into details. Ask them about their plans for the weekend or the weather – and then watch their body language.

2. Shift from neutral to “hot spot” questioning: Everyone gives subconscious cues when lying. For the untrained, facial expressions, eye movement, and sentence structure generally show a noticeable shift.

3. Listen to their words: When trying to catch someone in a lie, paying excessive attention to body language is tempting. Make sure that you direct some of that focus on their words. Also note that some may change the pacing of speech. For instance, they may start to speak more slowly or quickly. They might also lower or raise their natural pitch.

Final Thoughts on the Skills Every Independent Adult Should Master

The essence of independence is a blend of personal capabilities and astute understanding. As we’ve explored, skills ranging from critical thinking and time management to practical abilities like CPR and swimming are instrumental in carving out a self-sufficient life. These aren’t just skills. Instead, they’re tools for life that empower us to navigate diverse situations confidently. Recognizing falsehoods and negotiating effectively equip us to traverse the intricate pathways of human interactions, ensuring we remain vigilant and proactive. In a world of complexities and challenges, these skills become our compass, guiding us toward informed decisions and meaningful interactions. True independence is not just about standing alone but standing tall, informed, and prepared. By mastering these skills, we set ourselves up for success, ready to face life’s myriad challenges and joys.

Researchers Explain 5 Reasons to Never Fix Someone’s Problems For Them

April 19, 2018 by Power of Positivity

Life often turns out to be much more complicated than we anticipate (Who knew?!). To illustrate the very real dilemma of “serving versus fixing” that many people face, let’s use an example: the challenges of being a parent. Many well-intended and loving parents try to raise their kids to the best of their ability – often making serious sacrifices to do so. Despite love and support, kids – and people in general – will always be susceptible to problems and hardships.

Dr. Rachel Remen, the author of Kitchen Table Wisdom, eloquently explains the difference between service to people and fixing their problems:

“Service rests on the basic premise that the nature of life is sacred, that life is a holy mystery which has an unknown purpose. When we serve, we know that we belong to life and to that purpose … When you fix (problems), you see life as broken. When you serve, you see life whole.”

It is only natural that when a serious problem arises – for example, a substance abuse problem – the parent desperately wants to ease their child’s pain. Does the parent intervene and “fix” the problem? Or do they counsel their child and seek an alternative solution?

As any parent can imagine, this is an exceptionally difficult situation with no easy answer.

The point is this: while not always apparent, how we respond to others in times of crises can help or hurt them, sometimes irreparably. Using the substance abuse example, many parents will give their child money when asked, because who wants to see their own kid penniless?

While certainly understandable, this action is often the wrong one. Why? Because it doesn’t do anything to help resolve the underlying problem: substance abuse.

Now, that same parent who suggests treatment options, sets boundaries for behavior, and provides limited assistance is a different story. The parent is serving their child’s underlying needs and encouraging independence.

4 Other Reasons to Avoid “Fixing” Problems

“Those who have the greatest need to tell others what to do have the least faith in themselves.” ~ Paul Ferrini

Aside from encouraging an independent and healthy life, serving the needs of others as opposed to fixing problems also provides other benefits. With this in mind, here are four other reasons to avoid fixing the problems of others:

1. People are inherently resourceful and resilient

This first problem is one that many of us face: underestimating the resilience and resourcefulness of others. What makes this one particularly tricky is that we are often personally guilty of the same. We are gifted with much more resourcefulness and resiliency than we think.

When we allow society – teachers, ministers, counselors, politicians, etc. – to make our choices “for” us, we give away an extraordinary amount of personal power. It is much wiser to invest some of this faith in our own capabilities, and to encourage others to do the same.

2. Serving promotes growth, fixing problems hinders it

We are all well aware of the quote “The road to nowhere is paved with good intentions.” This quote applies to all of us, and is worth keeping in mind when someone seems to be in need.

Good intentions do not solve problems. Good intentions do not make someone a better, stronger, smarter person. Likewise, fixing problems doesn’t do any of these things either. On the other hand, discovering and implementing creative ways to be of service to someone (which is often dependent upon the need) does all of these things.

3. We don’t know what’s best

Put directly, we often don’t know what is needed to solve someone else’s problems. Some of us certainly like to think we do, but unless we’re a subject matter expert, prescribing a solution based on how we think a highly-individualistic problem should be solved is nothing short of misplaced ignorance.

Going back to the previous example, can you imagine just how many different, conflicting pieces of advice that parent would receive? Most likely, the person dishing out this advice isn’t a substance abuse counselor or some other expert – so how would they know? Placing too much faith in the wisdom of one’s inner circle is typically unwise.

4. Fixing problems often does little to no good

Confucius is credited with saying “Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you’ve fed him for a lifetime.” Fixing problems can certainly be seen as giving someone a fish. While one may feel good about handing some hungry man a fish, it does nothing to solve the underlying issue.

The point: it is much more difficult to find permanent solutions to problems. Doing so requires much more time and effort than we’d like, especially in a society obsessed with instant gratification. Even if we can’t serve every person and solve every problem, we can – at the very least – abstain from habitually fixing the lives of others.

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Sources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wander-woman/201103/stop-fixing-people
https://www.vincegowmon.com/4-reasons-not-to-fix-or-solve-peoples-problems/

5 Phrases That Are Proven to Prevent An Argument

April 19, 2018 by Power of Positivity

Unless you’re a lawyer, you probably don’t get a kick out of arguing. Most people try their best to ensure that arguments don’t happen in their relationships. Keeping the peace can be difficult; sometimes, an argument happen despite our best efforts. However, most people react the same way to certain words and phrases.

“When we’re questioned by those who matter to us, we can become defensive. And when we’re defensive, we fight for ourselves—instead of the relationship,” adds professor of communications studies, Jennifer Samp, Ph.D.

However, there are words that can be used in a disagreement or discussion that have been proven to stop an argument in its tracks. Most arguments stem from one person not feeling heard or feeling like their point of view is being misrepresented. Make sure to use these phrases to keep an argument from getting out of control or starting in the first place.

“I know you believe you understand what you think I said. I’m not sure you realize what you heard is not what I meant.”- Robert McCloskey

Here Are 5 Words In A Discussion That Can Prevent An Argument

1. “What I hear you saying…”

Repeat the other person’s point of view, as you understand it, back to them. Make sure that you try your best to see where they’re coming from and get it right. By using the phrase, you’re letting them know that you’re making an attempt to understand them. They will be much more likely to rephrase, or reiterate, what their point of view is if they feel like you’re trying your best hear what they’re saying. Instead of simply countering their point of view, make sure you’re truly understanding them. Discussions will stay civil and peaceful with this phrase.

2. “I feel…”

“I feel” statements are important in any discussion. You’re able to express your feelings and opinions without making them seem like direct statements of fact. The other person, in turn, is less likely to feel like you’re directly attacking their position. Instead of saying, “That’s a bad idea”, you can try saying, “I feel like that might not be the best idea, because…” and then state your reasoning. Discussions should be an open exchange of thoughts, opinions and ideas. Arguments tend to happen when one person feels attacked. By choosing “I feel” statements, you’re less likely to get this reaction when you offer an opposing viewpoint.

3. “You might be correct.”

Discussions tend to turn into arguments when one person is too stubborn to concede to another person’s point of view. This is frustrating and doesn’t work for either person. In order to correct this, try using the phrase, “You might be correct.” This shows that you’re willing to listen to what the other person has to say and can easily diffuse a situation where an argument is brewing. Even if you still think you’re in the right, conceding and really listening to what the other person is saying will make it easier for you to get them to listen to you, in turn.

4. “How can I address this issue?”

If someone, especially your relationship partner, comes to you with a problem, they most likely want to be heard. Even if the issue can’t be resolved right away, sometimes all people need is to feel heard. One of the best ways to make sure a relationship problem doesn’t turn into an argument is to let your partner know that you hear them and want to help fix whatever is going on. Make the focus of the discussion what can be done, and there won’t be an argument about what isn’t being done.

5. “Let’s pause this discussion…”

Taking a break can prevent an argument just as much as any phrase can. It’s important to know when things are getting heated and when a disagreement is about to turn into a full-blown argument. Suggesting a break will give both people time to cool off and collect their thoughts. Make sure that you come back to the argument at hand, however. It’s usually best to give a timeframe for the pause in the discussion. You can try saying, “Let’s pause this for the evening,” and it will let the other person know that you intend to continue the discussion and hear what they have to say.

Final thoughts

Diffusing an argument is easier than most people might realize. All you have to do is know the right things to say. For some people, certain phrases may make them more likely to want to argue. Everyone knows someone who hates being told to “Calm down,” for example. But these words will help anyone stop a discussion or disagreement from turning into an argument.

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Here Are 6 Behaviors That Reveal You’re In A ‘Situationship’

1. There’s no title on the relationship

2. You don’t meet each other’s friends

3. You avoid talking about the future

4. You’re not dating anyone else

5. You see each other mostly at night

6. You don’t go on dates

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References: https://www.sarahlouiseryan.com/single-post/2017/03/13/7-Signs-Youre-In-A-Situationship https://www.elitedaily.com/p/what-does-it-mean-if-youre-exclusive-but-not-in-official-relationship-6338027 http://www.susanwinter.net/8-signs-youre-going-nowhere/

Is ADHD just fidgeting or is it a disorder?

Will versus skill in controlling our behavior

Improving ADHD Without Medicine

Medicating Genetic Differences Won’t Cure ADHD

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Sources: http://plainlive.com/almost-no-children-france-medicated-adhd-heres-define-treat-italmost-no-children-france-medicated-adhd-heres-define-treat/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3000907/ https://nmpro.mykajabi.com/products/social-media-mastery/categories/167761/posts/508357

7 Skills an Independent Person Must Have

1. How to Exercise Critical Thinking

2. How to Manage Your Time

3. How to Remember People’s Names

4. How to Negotiate

5. How to Perform CPR

6. How to Swim

7. How to Recognize a Liar

Final Thoughts on the Skills Every Independent Adult Should Master

4 Other Reasons to Avoid “Fixing” Problems

1. People are inherently resourceful and resilient

2. Serving promotes growth, fixing problems hinders it

3. We don’t know what’s best

4. Fixing problems often does little to no good

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Sources: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wander-woman/201103/stop-fixing-people https://www.vincegowmon.com/4-reasons-not-to-fix-or-solve-peoples-problems/

Here Are 5 Words In A Discussion That Can Prevent An Argument

1. “What I hear you saying…”

2. “I feel…”

3. “You might be correct.”

4. “How can I address this issue?”

5. “Let’s pause this discussion…”

Final thoughts

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https://www.sarahlouiseryan.com/single-post/2017/03/13/7-Signs-Youre-In-A-Situationship
https://www.elitedaily.com/p/what-does-it-mean-if-youre-exclusive-but-not-in-official-relationship-6338027
http://www.susanwinter.net/8-signs-youre-going-nowhere/

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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3000907/
https://nmpro.mykajabi.com/products/social-media-mastery/categories/167761/posts/508357

Sources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wander-woman/201103/stop-fixing-people
https://www.vincegowmon.com/4-reasons-not-to-fix-or-solve-peoples-problems/

References:
https://greatist.com/grow/what-not-to-say-in-a-fight

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