From My Couch To Yours Dr. Simira Freeman

Let's talk about Toxic Positivity. Toxic positivity is the idea of responding to the experiencing of negative emotions by dismissing them, minimizing, or deflecting from them by using positivity at the wrong time, in the wrong intensity or in the wrong way. But is there still room for positive thinking and reframing? Tune in to learn more!

This episode is all about the ins and outs of conflict resolution, how to avoid escalating with loved ones, how to repair communication break downs and how to keep the goal of reconciling with that loved one at that center.

Tis' the season for holidays and gatherings, which could also mean it could be a time for tense conversations. Tune in for tips. You'll be glad you did!

There is nothing wrong with a little tough love. Breaking up is hard to do. Whoever said it wasn't lied!
But, it's a new year. Out with the old and in with the new, which means it's time to learn some new tips on how to let go.

While there may not be a playbook for getting over a break up, this podcast episode will certainly give you some concrete tips to put you on the path of letting go of relationships after a break up and help you identify some of the thinking patterns that may be getting in your way. Tune in. Like and share!

With an uptick in divorce rates and parental separations post-covid, some may be wondering if it makes sense to stay together "for the children". This is a tried and true idea anecdotally, but let's have a closer look at what factors may be important to consider when choosing whether to stick it out or head for the hills and how your children may be affected.

Are you single and jaded with the dating experience? Are you feeling like you are on a rollercoaster of initial romantic high hopes and then disappointments with potential partners? Let's talk about the nature of dating and the hierarchy of importance that everyone has in determining if a partner is the right one for you. No judgement, just truth. Changing how you view the experience may help you stay the course, give you the patience (and confidence) you need to find what you are looking for and get back out there.

Are you or someone you know caught in a cycle of codependency? Sometimes it's hard to identify when giving help is too much help and you may in turn be doing more harm than good to you both. Tune in to learn more and how to differentiate between the two.