Positive relationships and interactions have been proven to be the number 1 indicator of longevity and happiness: so even if from a selfish perspective, being a good human/sibling/lover/student/citizen is a pretty good shout; but often, as I'm sure you already know, interactions with others can be difficult and building healthy relationships doesn’t necessarily come naturally. On the whole our relational patterns are developed through (often dubious) modelling and (often negative) experience, which frequently teaches us out of openness and compassion. But in fact, the requisite skills for positive connections and interactions - self-awareness, emotional intelligence, listening, empathy, patience - can grow through understanding and determined practice. Which means, luckily, that everyone can learn them, through education and dedication: if they are given the opportunity. These skills are beneficial, necessary even, in every aspect of our lives from work to family to romantic relationships to daily exchanges with strangers. But it requires us to take charge of the wheel, not to let others drive for us. It might be hard work but I promise, it’ll be worth it when you are less stressed and more productive because you are making the right decisions for you, when you are no longer expending valuable time and energy on perpetual conflict, and when you experience a feeling of connection with others that you didn’t realise was possible. So let's get learning and growing.
Having worked with hundreds of people - individually, in small groups, and in large auditoriums, and read/listened/watched/studied extensively - I have packaged up the core knowledge needed for understanding yourself and others and created tools and activities with which to implement this knowledge in yourselves and those you work with.
My method is what I call ‘Tip and E.q.uip’.
‘Tip’ involves tipping out the contents of you - your personality, your values, your beliefs and discovering where they came from (parental modelling, peer influences, media representation, societal discourse) and asking whether they all really serve you well for the life and relationships you want and need. This involves critical thinking skills which are invaluable for taking charge and making sure you are in control of creating the life you want, now and in the years to come.
‘E.q.uip’ is all about gaining the skills and mindsets necessary for a relational life, one where you are able to understand and be in charge of your own emotional world and contribute to the health of others’. We cover emotional literacy and regulation, empathy, active listening and constructive responding, conflict resolution, boundaries, growth and win/win mindsets, and much more. It is fun, challenging, and empowering work and will set you up for great success in all areas of your life.
And I’ve designed it to be easy to achieve and easy to afford. Schools and businesses don’t have to pay and organise for me to come in and work with lots of different groups (though they may also want me to); they can use the resources within classes and teams in a way that is comfortable and convenient for them. And individuals and couples don’t have to pay for 1:1 coaching (though again, they may want to); they can work through the packs alone or together, at their own pace at a time and place that works for them. I’ve also given loads of ways of developing your knowledge and skill beyond the pack itself - getting and staying good at relationships is, after all, a life’s work.
So if this sounds good, either crack on and buy the resources here, subscribe for tips and updates, or contact me for more information. And be sure to let me know the ways in which you, and your relationships, flourish.
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