The Power of Active Listening in Productive Political Dialogue
Active listening allows you to be present and fully engaged in conversations about political worry. Many people are feeling overwhelmed...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- May 28
- 2 min
Finding Peace in Relationships: How Active Listening Decreases Drama and Increases Understanding
We all have relationships in our lives, whether it's with a partner, a family member, a friend, or a coworker. And while relationships...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- May 21
- 2 min
Embracing Solitary Silence: Why Being Alone with Your Thoughts Can be Beneficial
As human beings, we often feel the need to fill our lives with constant noise and activity. Whether it's the sound of the TV in the...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- May 14
- 2 min
Dealing with Deception: What to Do When Someone Lies to You
It's never easy to find out that someone you care about has lied to you. Whether it's a small white lie or a major betrayal, being...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- May 7
- 2 min
You are Worthy of Support: How to Overcome the Feeling of Being a Burden
We all have moments where we feel like a burden to others. Whether it's asking for help, expressing our feelings, or just being...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Apr 30
- 2 min
I Messed Up: How to Regain Trust in Your Relationships
We all make mistakes, and sometimes those mistakes can have a negative impact on our relationships. If you've messed up and lost the...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Apr 23
- 2 min
Why We Still Get Dysregulated: Understanding the Modern Stress Response
We've all heard the story of the "fight or flight" response - the way our bodies react to stressors like danger by releasing hormones...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Apr 16
- 2 min
Regaining Control: Understanding and Overcoming Dysregulation in the Brain
When you spin into a dysregulated state, your brain is primed to react, not to think. There are both inborn and conditioned reflexes at...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Apr 9
- 1 min
The Positive Impact of Emotional Regulation on Your Family
When you are emotionally regulated, your family can sense a change in your behavior and attitude. They see that you are more in control...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Apr 2
- 2 min
Navigating Life's Dis-ease: Understanding and Overcoming Unhappiness and Dissatisfaction
Life has its normal ups and downs. We all experience moments of happiness and sadness, success and failure, and everything in between....
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Mar 26
- 2 min
Speaking Your Truth: The Importance of Finding a HOLD Listener for Your Ugly Thoughts
We all have thoughts that we consider "ugly" - thoughts that we're ashamed of, or that we think will be judged by others. These thoughts...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Mar 19
- 2 min
Feeling Misunderstood: How to Overcome the Frustration and Find Understanding
Feeling misunderstood is a common experience that many of us can relate to. Whether it's with a partner, a friend, or a family member, it...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Mar 12
- 1 min
Coping With Bad Medical News
Receiving bad medical news can be a difficult and overwhelming experience. Whether it's a diagnosis of a serious illness or an unexpected...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Mar 5
- 2 min
Feeling Excluded
Feeling excluded is a painful experience. Whether it's being picked last for a team, feeling left out of social plans, or being excluded...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Feb 26
- 2 min
Coping with Overwhelming Emotions as a Mom
Being a mom is an incredibly rewarding experience, but it can also be incredibly overwhelming. Between the constant demands of caring for...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Feb 19
- 2 min
Managing Anger in a Healthy Way
Feeling angry is a natural and normal emotion, but when it becomes overwhelming and hard to control, it can become a problem....
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Feb 12
- 2 min
Listening to an Angry Person Safely
Listening to an angry person can be a challenging and stressful situation, especially if the person is someone you care about or work...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Feb 4
- 2 min
How to make Rational (not emotional) Decisions--Guest blog by Shannon Peel
When we make certain decisions, we feel emotional, and those emotions can get in the way of making a good decision. Unless a bear is...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Jan 29
- 1 min
How can I help someone who is anxious?
If you have a friend or loved one who is struggling with anxiety, you may be wondering how you can help. First, be a good listener! Read...
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hearingoutlifedrama
- Jan 22
- 2 min
"I feel anxious..."
Anxiety is a common and natural emotion that we all experience from time to time. It's a feeling of nervousness or fear that can be...
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