Spending quality time with the people we care about sends the message that we value their company and want to put forth effort in our relationship with them. This Thanksgiving season, try making some extra time to connect with a
The Power of Compliments
A kind and sincere compliment honors someone’s strengths, skills, and hard work. This expression of admiration lets them know that they are valuable and appreciated. Compliments also help us feel increased self-worth and enhance our self-esteem, and they create a
Notice the Big and Small Things
When we notice and show appreciation for the things people in our lives do for us, no matter how big or small, we send the message that we value them, and we create a deeper connection within the relationship.
Saying “Thank You”
Saying “Thank you” is a simple, yet powerful message. It tells the person you care about, “I notice you and I am grateful for you.” When saying thank you, try being specific and say it even when it’s something you
Be Grateful and Give Thanks: Showing Gratitude during Thanksgiving Season
Gratitude is good for you! Practicing gratitude is associated with increased happiness and life satisfaction. It helps us see our self worth, makes us feel more connected to the people in our lives, and it enables us to have a
2/12/19: HRI Lived Experiences Professional Training: The Roller Coaster Ride of Infertility
Professionals who work with individuals, couples, and families facing infertility and impaired fertility should understand the full range of experiences and emotions that may occur. Join HRI and our partners at the Guilford County Coalition on Infant Mortality, the March
There Is No Shame
How Do I Find a Counselor?
Once you have made the decision to reach out for the help of a professional counselor, it can be difficult to know where to go or what to do next. We have provided a few recommendations to help you find
How Do I Know if I Should Go to Counseling?
People often seek counseling when facing life challenges or crises. It can be helpful to reach out to a counselor when experiencing problems in your relationships, when you feel like you are stuck and don’t know what to do or
Why is Counseling Helpful?
Counseling provides a unique opportunity to receive assistance when experiencing distressing emotions, life challenges, or a desire for self-growth and improvement in different areas of our lives. It can be difficult to know how to navigate these tricky emotions or