No matter how well we think we know a person, we can’t know everything that has happened to them. It can be fun and rewarding to learn more. Sometimes, all it takes is for us to ask.

A Lifetime of Caring

In our tumultuous world, family connections are increasingly important. At every stage in the life cycle of a family, we can extend care to each other, which bolsters peaceful, happy interactions.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiOctober 11, 2023caring, compassion, love, family, caregiving, caregivers, relationships, connection, values Comments

The Benefits of Conversing with Strangers

We tend not to place a lot of importance on brief social interactions, but studies show that friendly encounters with strangers can actually improve our mental health, making us feel more happy and optimistic.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiAugust 31, 2023strangers, connection, conversation, introvert, well-being, interactions, social skills, stranger danger, fear, rejection, happiness, optimism Comments

Passion Projects: A Labor of Love

Passion projects are the ones that excite us, and the energy we get from them sustains us throughout the process so we’re able to complete them.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiApril 12, 2023passion, labor of love, energy, creative process, excitement, work, connection, caregiving, caregivers, inspiration, curiosity, relaxation, creativity Comments

Healing our Relationships Using Conscious Communication

In our frustration with others, it's easy to assume that they are the cause of our relationship conflicts. But conflict can resolve spontaneously when we take the time to ask questions and understand fully why other people are doing what they’re doing.

Acknowledging Our Progress

It’s important to celebrate milestones in every area of our life, but especially in our personal growth. Doing so allows us to acknowledge our progress, and gives us the energy to continue pursuing our goals.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiNovember 23, 2022holiday, Thanksgiving, anniversary, honesty, authenticity, connection, growth, understanding, intention, self-worth, Carl Rogers, masks, boundaries, needs, love, vulnerability Comments

Breaking up is Hard to Do

The longer we live, the more likely we are to go through some kind of heartbreak. Self-reflection can give us perspective, and provide us with information about what we need going forward.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiAugust 3, 2022love, breaking up, romantic, dating, self-esteem, relationships, connection, self-reflection, processing, heartbreak, separation, divorce, loss, grief, pain, growth, perspective, happinessComment

Working Through Trust Issues

Part of living optimistically, with hope, is to know that although some people are capable of hurting us deeply, most people are kind and true to their word, worthy of trust.

The Miracle of Us

No matter how similar we may feel to someone else, or how much we may strive to be like someone else, each us is perfectly unique. If we are not genuine, we lose our one chance to contribute to the world what only we can.

To Improve your Relationships, try Focusing on the Little Things

By taking note and writing down the daily kindnesses our partners show us, we can diminish our irritation and increase our positive feelings towards them.

Owning Your Talents

Sometimes we forget to look at all the good we do, and to own all the things we do right. It is never too late to work on your self-confidence.

Finding new Strength and Joy

We may not ever be the same after the pandemic. But we can learn and grow and start anew if we have a mindset of hope.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiSeptember 16, 2020healing, community, struggles, future, reaching out, affection, mental health, trauma, Becky Sansbury, After the Shock, comfort, control, connection, challenges, positive changeComment

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