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Marla and Nate discuss the value of self-compassion. What it is and isn't. Why it matters and how to improve our practice of it. Link to the article discussed below...https://self-compassion.org/wp-content/uploads/publications/SCtheoryarticle.pdf

Marla and Nate discuss the differences between these concepts. They look at recent research and what the benefits to possibly changing our approach may be.

Marla and Nate discuss the 4 psychological needs presented in the book The Child In You by Stefanie Stahl. They hypothesize the original source of the needs and why these 4 are so critical for especially young children.

Marla and Nate discuss what internalizing and externalizing are. They also talk about related psychiatric disorders and how to find more balance when we do too much of one or the other.

Marla and Nate talk about codependency and how it can show up in relationships.

Marla and Nate discuss anger. The reasons we feel it and how we can manage it.

Marla and Nate discuss the Sam Harris book "Lying". Additionally, they talk about some reasons people lie and what reasons that may encourage people to be honest.

Marla and Nate discuss why people often seek out therapy. They look at different types of clinicians and how coaching compares to therapy. They discuss some of the limitations of therapy and the general practice of how it works.

Marla and Nate discuss the human need to trust. Why are people wired to trust and can we improve our ability to trust. They also discuss the components of trust and how we can improve our own trustworthiness so that people close to us will feel more trust towards us.

Marla and Nate discuss the difficulties surrounding human suffering. They talk about the possibility of eliminating some suffering from our lives and how to endure suffering we can't control.

Marla and Nate discuss recent trends in the U.S. for people to have fewer close friends. One study showed 10% of women and 15% of men have zero close friends. They discuss the benefits of close friendships and offer suggestions on how to refill our dwindling friend supply.

Marla and Nate discuss vulnerability in relationships and how to use it to improve our connections with others. Marla and Nate offer a definition of vulnerability, a step by step way to improve vulnerability, and the reasons why it can help us develop the skill of receiving love.

Marla and Nate discuss the symptoms and how to overcome challenges associated with social anxiety disorder. Marla owns the pain of being picked last in high school PE and Nate talks about how first grade experiences led him to question himself to the point he struggled to make friends and believe in himself.

Marla and Nate discuss the classic definition of addiction and look at less common things associated with addiction that could be classified as unhealthy coping strategies. Overcoming these can help bring more peace and balance into our lives so they talk briefly about simple solutions to beating these behaviors.

Marla and Nate discuss ADHD. What it is, how it looks, and some of the latest research that is helping us understand what is going on. Nate talks about his ADHD diagnosis and things that have helped him find more balance in life.

Marla and Nate discuss anxiety, and specifically Generalized Anxiety Disorder. They cover common symptoms, the biological basis of anxiety and what kind of behaviors can help with managing anxiety.

Marla and Nate discuss what things we can do to manage depressive symptoms. Nate brings treatment approaches supported by clinical literature and his personal experience with depression. Marla adds information related to supporting people struggling with depression. Feel free to reach out to us at workingchangecoaching@gmail.com with any additional questions.

Marla and Nate discuss their own bouts with depression. They also talk about what we know about depression and the underlying issues that relate to depressive episodes.

Marla and Nate discuss their recent success with a token economy Marla created and set up at home.

Marla and Nate discuss the four common attachment styles in adults: secure, avoidant, anxious, and disorganized. They talk about their experiences with their own attachment styles and how to repair attachment styles that aren't secure.

Marla and Nate discuss attachment theory. They talk about the evolution of the theory, attachment styles, and what parents can do to improve attachment with children.

Hate goals? Nate does. Marla and Nate discuss goals and whether they are even worth making.

Marla takes the lead on this discussion about communication with kids. She brings her wealth of knowledge as a mother of 5 and stepmother to 2. She also discusses tips learned in grad school on how to effectively reach our kids and improve relationships.

Nate and Marla wrap up the discussion about The Wellness Model by focusing on the emotional and spiritual dimensions. Marla also shares a little about environmental and financial dimensions, which are part of some alternative versions of The Wellness Model.

In part 2 of the Wellness Model series, Nate and Marla discuss the next 3 dimensions of the wellness model. occupational, intellectual, and social. They cover information found in studies that review how these areas of life impact mental health.

Nate and Marla discuss The Wellness Model and how to live a more balanced life. Studies show that improving wellness over different dimensions of the model can have a significant impact on overall mental health. Part 1 focuses on why the model is important and delves into the physical component of the model.

Brief introduction of Nate and Marla Christensen. They then discuss the topic of secondary emotions and how we can learn to manage emotional difficulties in our lives.