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Kristin Cuthriel

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Knowing the Difference Between True Intimacy and the Fantasy Bond

May 3, 2013 Kristin 11 Comments

Do you know the difference between true intimacy and the fantasy bond? Many people confuse the fantasy bond with true intimacy. Although these two styles of relating may appear similar to outsiders looking in, they are indeed very different. … [Read more...]

Psychology, Relationships Fantasy, fantasy bond, fear of abandonment, fear of intimacy, health, Interpersonal relationship, Intimate relationship, mental health, relationship, Robert W. Firestone, true intimacy, true intimacy or fantasy bond

A Happiness Tip

April 24, 2013 Kristin 24 Comments

A Happiness Tip Do you want to be happier? You may need to smile. Yes, research shows that smiling can improve your mood. Most of us think that the good mood comes first. You are in a good mood which causes you to smile. Have you ever considered that sometimes it is actually the … [Read more...]

Health, Inspirational, Psychology happiness, health, mental health, Smile, Stress, the benefits to smiling

What is Assertiveness?

April 18, 2013 Kristin 17 Comments

"Being assertive is a core communication skill. Being assertive means that you express yourself effectively and stand up for your point of view, while also respecting the rights of others." -Mayo Clinic Staff Aggressive people tend to put their needs before the needs of others. … [Read more...]

Health, Parenting, Psychology, Relationships Aggression, anger, anxiety, assertive, Assertiveness, communication, health, how to be assertive, Passive–aggressive behavior, Sam Horn, what is passive-aggressive

Self-Compassion and Accountability

April 8, 2013 Kristin 32 Comments

Self-compassionate people hold themselves accountable for their actions. They are not threatened by their mistakes. Because they do not judge themselves harshly, they are able to admit their mistakes. Because they are able to admit their mistakes, they are able to learn from … [Read more...]

Inspirational, Psychology accountability, Compassion, health, mental health, personal accountability, Self-criticism, self-esteem, Self-Help

Are You a People Pleaser?

April 4, 2013 Kristin 16 Comments

Author and thought leader, Gabrielle Bernstein discusses people pleasing... There’s a fine line between helping others and being a people pleaser, and mistaking one for the other can be hugely detrimental. When we put others’ needs before our own, we deplete our energy, which … [Read more...]

Self Help health, mental health, people pleasing, resentment, Self Help

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