Broken Record Syndrome

As you are finding ways to relate to your partner (and others), remember that practicing is the only way you will make the new grooves in your capacity to create something new.

Communication Basics ~ A Brief Overview of Nonviolent Communication

Read more for a brief overview of Nonviolent Communication. Hoping it will wet your appetite for learning more!

inspiration, Communication, Relationships, MindfulnessTerrie LewineFebruary 5, 2026nonviolent communicaiton, communicationComment

"Release Me Please"

I might enjoy being enveloped in a juicy hug when I do something that someone is grateful for. Yet, it isn’t true that I want a hug from just anyone. Anyway, this isn’t about hugging, this is about honesty and considering the needs of everyone equally important in relationships.

inspiration, Communication, Relationships, MindfulnessTerrie LewineJanuary 21, 2026needs, honesty, nonviolent communication, Best Medicine, commercialComment

Swipe Left

What is your capacity to swipe left? Is it before you say or do something that you regret?

Another Day of Thanks

Struggling to find gratitude this Thanksgiving? Here are some hints about how to remain true to yourself, and up your attitude of gratitude.

inspiration, Family, Communication, RelationshipsTerrie LewineNovember 23, 2025Thanksgiving, gratitude, gratitude practiceComment

A Relationship Story That is Meant to Fill You with Hope. This one is Personal.

When Steve and I first met, I was clearly not “it” for him. He was clearly “it” for me. That was our first disagreement. In hindsight, that discrepancy in our assumptions about each other was the foundation of our ‘rocky’ start.

Empathy --Magical? Practical? or Both?

Empathy. It doesn’t have to be complicated and long to weave a sense of connection and care into any relationship.

inspiration, Family, Communication, Women, Relationships, MindfulnessTerrie LewineOctober 19, 2025empathy, nonviolent communication, nvc, connection, partnershipComment

Are You Looking for a Situationship?

The word partnership means so many different things to so many that truthfully, left unexplored can lead us into hidden expectations and assumptions. What’s the remedy? Have a situationship of course.

Is Confrontation Another Word for Disagreement?

Take a look at the difference between confrontation and simple difference of opinion. How to speak up and still invite dialogue and connection.

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Relationship Reality ~ Let’s Talk About It

Whether it is about daily practices or new skills, my personal writings offer you practical advice that you can implement right away. You are not alone in figuring out life and relationships. Learn from my experiences out there in the world making it all work, even when it isn’t!!

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