Friendship
Articles
Honesty
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Deciding to be honest is only the beginning of living an honest life. c onsciously choosing to not deceive is an...
Humor and Perversity
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Humor in our culture has taken a sarcastic, demeaning turn. Learning to communicate from our hear with wisdom is...
Behaviors That Inhibit Clarity in Relationships
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Behaviors and thoughts that inhibit relationships
Using Mindfulness to Keep Relationships Healthy
Insights and tips are provided on how use mindfulness to be attentive to others feelings, as well as your own, in...
Suggestions For Clarity In Relationships
Author Unknown, Edited by Brenda Spina, M.S.,LMFT, LPC
This handout provides a list of specific response one can use when behavior in relationship becomes intrusive or...
10 Tips For Solving Problems
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Listed are ten simple yet challenging factors to remember when attempting to bring a difficult conversation to a...
Respect in Families
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There are three foundational principles that make respect in families happen. Following these principles may be...
Validation is Not Agreement
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the difference between validating another person's communication and agreeing with it...
Different Culture, Equal Honor: Viewpoints on Shame
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Family and individual rituals can look different, but are equally valued by God. Article shows how to bring...
Answering Jesus' Call
This article helps the reader make decisions about when it is important to act on Jesus' call and to be open to His...
Broadcasts
Rambling Resentments 2 of 2 #3594
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The freedom and rest we long for is robbed when we hold onto past hurts and unresolved events that left us offended...
Rambling Resentments 1 of 2 #3593
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The freedom and rest we long for is robbed when we hold onto past hurts and unresolved events that left us offended...
Rebuilding Trust 2 of 2 #3587
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Trust is precious. Once lost, trust becomes priceless. Brenda and Sarah outline 4 steps to practice that may help...
Rebuilding Trust 1 of 2 #3586
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Trust is precious. Once lost, trust becomes priceless. Brenda and Sarah outline 4 steps to practice that may help...
Making Amends 2 of 2 #3583
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Brenda and Sarah gently walk the listeners through the process of readying oneself to asking for forgiveness. It is...
Making Amends 1 of 2 #3582
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Brenda and Sarah gently walk the listeners through the process of readying oneself to asking for forgiveness. It is...
Family Rituals and Celebrations #3575
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
In our culture of productivity, "to-do" lists, and increasing pressure, it is important to remember and schedule...
Claim Your Land 3 of 3 - 3556
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The healing process may be confusing at times. Particular questions designed to help us move forward are discussed.
Claim Your Land 2 of 3 - 3555
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The healing process may be confusing at times. Particular questions designed to help us move forward are discussed.
Claim Your Land 1 of 3 - 3554
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The healing process may be confusing at times. Particular questions designed to help us move forward are discussed.
