Tag Archives: Quality time
Reconnect
You’ve been feeling as if you’ve lost the capacity for joy. Tell your partner that you need a little extra TLC. Some late-night bubbles and wine will set you in the mood. Get cozy, and embrace your daily self-care intentions. … Continue reading
Advice from a Horoscope
Active listening is so important, especially when dealing with those nearest and dearest to you. Expressing empathy is crucial with the people you want to stay around. Quality time is your favorite bonding experience—so try surprising your pals with an … Continue reading
Be
Be open and clear about your intentions.my best friend and i have been intentionally open about what is important to us in a friendship. she knows that i value friendships that celebrate wins and i know that she values friends … Continue reading
Best Gift: Give Someone Your Undivided Attention
Our phones do not deserve all the attention we give them; the people right in front of us do. People blossom under attention—especially children. Read a book with a little one. Spend one-on-one time with a teenager. Make it a … Continue reading
Our Silent Fire
One recent summer evening, my husband and I were sitting by the fire pit at our home north of Chicago, watching the flames dance, feeling tired but content. If someone had been watching us, they may have thought, “Now there’s … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 