How can we distinguish these precious needs, while meeting them in our communities, large and small? Those of us who are trying to navigate this question are struggling to feel confident in some of the choices we are facing.

inspiration, Communication, Black Lives Matter, WomenTerrie LewineApril 1, 2023blm, black lives matter, communication, equity, relationships, culture, difficult conversations Comments

Football Through the Lens of Nonviolent Communication ~ Super Bowl Sunday in Philadelphia

I don't consider myself a fan of my local teams (sorry). Yet when we are winning, all of a sudden I care. Why? Because my deep needs for belonging and inspiration and joy and celebration are being wildly met.

inspiration, CommunicationTerrie LewineFebruary 12, 2023Philadelphia Eagles, eagles, superbowl, needs, nonviolent communication, sports, sports stories, Philadelphia Comment

I Love my Partner, It's Our Communication That's the Problem

I hear so often from couples, “I love my partner so much. It’s our communication that suffers so.” If only they would put in the time it takes to learn good communication skills, they will find the joy and connection and even something deeper and more enjoyable than they can imagine.

Mindfulness, inspiration, Communication, RelationshipsTerrie LewineJanuary 23, 2023love, relationships, partnership, communication, romance, therapy, couples therapyComment

Blessings to You for the New Year!

Has 2022 been a mix for you? People feeling hopeful and hopeless all at the same time. Confused and anxious, yet unsure why. People trying to head out and live life as it was, while everything seems different. There is also a burgeoning grace and aliveness.

Mindfulness, inspiration, Health and WellnessTerrie LewineDecember 29, 2022New Years, new years resolutions, blessings, mindfulness Comments

Three Things to Consider this Winter Solstice.

The shortest day and longest night is on Wednesday. The Winter Solstice. This time of year (for those of us in the North) we are invited to nestle in and take rest. Dive in, take stock and prepare for the coming light. If you want to be intentional about what you create for yourself in the coming year, here are 3 suggestions for how to do just that.

Mindfulness, inspirationTerrie LewineDecember 20, 2022solstice, winter solstice, resolutions, new years resolutions Comment

Finding Happy

Every year as September whizzes by I feel kind of frantic, thinking “I’m not ready! I was just getting used to being warm and enjoying summer.” Unhappy. Then, when I realize it's the Autumnal Equinox, I think to myself, “Ohhh, let’s have a celebration!” Happy.

Mindfulness, Communication, Health and Wellness, inspiration, Self CareTerrie LewineSeptember 20, 2022ceremony, autumn equinox, mabon, ritual, happiness, thoughtsComment

Memorial Day

I am concerned about the cost of war and the romance of serving our country on the individuals that are actually doing the serving. It is something I think about a good deal. Today included.

inspiration, Relationships, Mindfulness, CommunicationTerrie LewineMay 30, 2022memorial day, holidays, culture, dialogue Comments

Too Good to be True? Maybe it's Not.

If it seems too good to be true, then likely it is. I’ve been giving this idea some thought recently. I’m not so sure I believe it. Some practical thoughts.

Health and Wellness, inspiration, Mindfulness, CommunicationTerrie LewineMay 24, 2022magical thinking, dreams, communication, too good to be true, negativity bias, relationshipsComment

Will Smith + Chris Rock ~ Perfect Teaching Moment

I watched what happened between Will Smith and Chris Rock on the Oscars. The exchange offers the most perfect classic opportunity to talk about the ideas behind Nonviolent Communication. My first pass at writing something was quite educational (and dry). I’m realizing I want to write about what is in my heart.

Mindfulness, inspiration, Communication, Black Lives Matter, FamilyTerrie LewineMarch 29, 2022will smith, the oscars, academy awards, communication Comments

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