Hearts as Gold psychotherapy
Couples, Let’s make difference your Strength
There comes a moment in conflict when one can choose to let their walls down, where hearts soften and turn to gold.
Healing is both a softening and a strengthening of one’s heart. Risk is required.
“The chief danger in life is that you may take too many precautions.” — Alfred Adler
Happy couples do not have much more in common than unhappy couples; they simply Move collaboratively through difference.
Sameness is not a reliable predictor of marital (familial, relational, …) success. Difference invites us into the crucible of growth, where we learn to transcend our lesser selves.
(Based on research from Drs. John and Julie Gottman)
What we’ll work toward
Argentina, 2014
Do you find yourself
Unable to turn off ruminating thoughts?
Taking responsibility for other's happiness and wellbeing?
Looking successful on the outside but feeling anxious on the inside?
Overwhelmed, trying to be the perfect spouse, parent, or employee?
Desiring stronger relationships but stuck in the same patterns?
Longing to enjoy life but barely getting through it?
Instead, would you like to Experience
Hope, peace, and inner stillness
Resilience through life’s challenges
Mental and emotional clarity
Self confidence
Clear self expression
Trust in yourself
Increased self awareness—especially of your gifts, talents, and strengths
Faith expansion and maturity
Recommended Books
How To Meditate Pema Chödrön
When Things Fall Apart Pema Chödrön
The Courage to Be Disliked Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake Koga
The Courage to Be Happy Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake Koga
No Mud, No Lotus Thich Nhat Hanh
Passionate Marriage Dr. David Schnarch
Everything Isn’t Terrible Dr. Kathleen Smith
True to You Dr. Kathleen Smith
Evidence-based Methods