Mindfulness Tools for Couple’s Relationships

Have you ever wondered why it hurts to communicate with the ones we love the most? Licensed psychotherapist, and author of 15 books, shares insider tips on how to pay attention to words and actions in our intimate relationships. What can be more important than saying "I love you"? How about, “tell me more". Our cohost joins Tina in exploring ways to listen attentively even through difficult conversations, how to stay focused on what works in the couple and how to understand the underlying source of anger. How can you react mindfully to your partner's feelings when he/she is feeling angry, sad, critical, or touchy? This podcast goes beyond relationships with couples. You can use these helpful techniques with the people you interact with at work, home, or your community. Tina B. Tessina, Ph.D. (www.tinatessina.com) is a licensed psychotherapist in S. California since 1978 with over 40 years’ experience in counseling individuals and couples and author of 15 books in 17 languages, including Dr. Romance’s Guide to Finding Love Today; It Ends With You: Grow Up and Out of Dysfunction; The Ten Smartest Decisions a Woman Can Make After Forty; Love Styles: How to Celebrate Your Differences, The Real 13th Step; How to Be Happy Partners: Working it Out Together; How to Be a Couple and Still Be Free. She writes the “Dr. Romance” blog (drromance.typepad.com), and the “Happiness Tips from Tina” email newsletter. Online, she’s known as “Dr. Romance” Dr. Tessina appears frequently on radio, TV, video, and podcasts, including on GenerousMarriage.com. She tweets@tinatessina. You can reach Tina at www.tinatessina.com. Check out her blog, social media, and contact information on her website.