Lee LeGrice

🕰️ You might not control the big things, but you can control your daily choices. Structure your days, limit news consumption, and choose activities that make you feel good. What’s one small step you can take right now to regain a sense of control?

For more strategies to handle your anxiety, click the blog linked in my bio.

🛑 Embrace your anxiety as a protective signal. It’s there to alert you, but sometimes it’s on high alert even when there’s no real danger. Shift from “what if” to “what is” – focus on the present and find gratitude in your current reality. What are you grateful for today?

Check out the blog linked in my bio for more tips on handling anxiety.

🌬️ Feeling overwhelmed? Try the 4-7-8 breathing technique to calm your nerves: Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 7, and exhale for 8. Repeat 5 times to activate your vagus nerve and soothe your system. Remember, it’s okay to pause and breathe.

Want to learn more strategies for dealing with anxiety? Check out the blog linked in my bio.

👥 The "Me and You" Circle: A Guide to Healthy Boundaries 👥

In relationships, it's crucial to maintain your own identity while supporting your partner. Clear boundaries allow both of you to thrive, creating a stronger "us."

Want to learn more? Check out the blog linked in my bio.

💬 "When we compromise too much, we forget our own sense of self." 💬

Setting boundaries isn't selfish—it's essential. By understanding and prioritizing your own needs, you can create healthier, more balanced relationships. Self-care starts with you! Learn more on the blog linked in my bio.

🌟 Are you feeling overwhelmed by your commitments and responsibilities? 🌟

It's time to prioritize yourself! Setting boundaries can help you maintain balance and find peace of mind. Remember, taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of others.

Read more at the blog linked in my bio.

🏃‍♂️ Just like physical fitness, our social fitness requires regular effort! 🏃‍♀️

Check in with yourself: Are you as connected as you’d like to be? Are there areas where you long for more connection? Building strong relationships takes time and effort, but it's worth it for your happiness and health.

Take action today: Reach out to an old friend, plan a get-together with a coworker, or simply text someone you miss. Let's nurture our social connections and cultivate more happiness in our lives! 🌟

🌿 Good relationships do more than make us happy; they help regulate stress too! 🌿

When we face stressful situations, having someone to talk to can reduce cortisol levels and bring us back to equilibrium. On the other hand, loneliness can be as deadly as smoking 15 ci******es a day.

Social support is crucial for our well-being and life expectancy.

Take a moment today to reach out to someone you care about. A simple conversation can make a big difference. 💬❤️

🌟 Did you know? The Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest study on happiness, reveals that positive relationships are key to a happy, healthy, and long life! 🌟

Strong social connections can make us physically stronger, mentally healthier, and more resilient. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or coworker, having someone you can rely on during tough times is crucial.

Think about it: Who would you call in the middle of the night if you needed help? If someone comes to mind, cherish that bond. If not, let's work on building those essential connections together. 💕

Happy 4th of July! 🎆 As we celebrate independence, let's also remember the importance of maintaining our individuality in relationships. Supporting each other’s personal growth can strengthen your bond. How do you and your partner support each other's independence? Share your stories below!

The holidays can bring joy but also stress. If you and your partner find yourselves in a disagreement, try these conflict resolution tips:

1. Listen actively.
2. Speak calmly and respectfully.
3. Take a break if needed, then come back to the discussion. Wishing everyone a peaceful and happy 4th of July! ✨🇺🇸

Spending quality time together is crucial for a healthy relationship. This 4th of July, why not plan a special outing with your loved ones? Whether it's a picnic, a BBQ, or watching fireworks, make memories that last. What are your plans for the holiday? 🎇❤️

Looking to deepen a healthy relationship, rejuvenate a worn-out one, or save one before it ends? EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) might be the solution. Developed by Dr. Sue Johnson, EFT is based on attachment theory and 30 years of research into adult bonding. Our early relationships shape how we connect with partners, but we can learn new skills to create the emotional security we need.

In my couples counseling, I use EFT to help partners send clear emotional signals and foster secure attachments. For example, instead of avoiding intimacy out of fear, we learn to communicate openly and honestly. This helps both partners feel secure and understood.
The process begins with tuning into your own feelings, putting words to them, and sharing them with your partner. This can transform your relationship by fostering better communication and deeper emotional connections. We can't change our past, but we can build secure relationships at any stage of life.

If you want to learn more about creating a secure, loving relationship, contact me for a free phone consultation. You don't have to do this alone.

These days it seems like the conflict meter is off the charts. We seem to be engaging in more highly charged conversations than ever before. Whether you are talking to a friend, a partner, or a co-worker there are ways to disagree that don’t have to damage the relationships. Do you need to learn how to better manage conflict? It is important to have some rules that help you and your partner establish boundaries while addressing the issues without harming the relationship. Follow the link in my bio to my blog post where I provide you with 10 ground rules for managing conflict.

Recently, I had a couple in my office. The wife was feeling “not cared for” and the husband was feeling “underappreciated”. She said, “He never tells me that he loves me and he never holds my hand”. He said. “I make her coffee every single day and bring it to her before she can get out of bed, so how could she think I didn’t love her?” This is a great example of people who have two different love languages and get frustrated with one another, feeling as if they aren’t having their needs met. Maybe you can relate to this situation? Not quite sure how to help your partner know how best to love you? Read more on the blog linked in my bio.

Are you facing any uncertainties in your life right now? This can often lead to panic. These are a few things I’m doing to deal with uncertainties and manage panic.

A common relationship mistake can be easily corrected for healthier boundaries and more intimacy. Ask yourself: Are you managing your relationship or being present in it? 🤔

Managing looks like trying to control outcomes, nagging, or shaming. Being present means focusing on your own feelings. When someone does something you don’t like, ask yourself what’s happening inside you. Are you worried, fearful, or hurt? Acknowledge these feelings and sometimes share them, but often just recognize them yourself.

Want to learn more? Check out the blog linked in by bio. Are you in Colorado or Texas? Schedule a free consultation on my website.

Unlock better communication in your relationships! 💬✨ Providing feedback is key to managing conflicts, fulfilling needs, and nurturing closeness. Take our quiz to discover your Feedback Type and get a FREE starter guide to boost your feedback skills. Whether you're looking to resolve conflicts more effectively or deepen your connection with your partner, this quiz is for you. Click the link in bio to start now! 🌟❤️

Are you tired of feeling distant and disconnected in your relationship? Would you like to understand the reasons you're having difficulty connecting? Take this quiz and you'll discover your attachment style and the role it plays in your relationship. Your attachment style serves as a blueprint for how you understand relationships to work. We each have basic assumptions about safety and trust-the building blocks of a relationship. Ready to find out your attachment style?

Comment QUIZ below and I’ll send you the link!

Feeling lost in your relationship? 🌟 Wondering if it will last? You’re not alone. Many couples feel the same way, stuck in a cycle of repetitive fights and growing distance. Through my couples counseling, I help partners break free from negative patterns, improve communication, and reconnect emotionally. Ready to build a lasting bond and bridge the gap with your partner? You’re in the right place. ❤️

What exactly is happiness? Is it a feeling? A state of being?

It’s actually more of an emotional state that is characterized by pleasant feelings like contentment, pleasure, satisfaction, and joy. Some might argue that it’s a combination of three characteristics: enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning. Scientists refer to happiness as “subjective well-being” or “flourishing”.

We all have a slightly different mental model of happiness. What’s yours?

I talk more about this on the blog linked in my bio.

Day 6. Lots of new experiences. Including the cold plunge for 3 1/2 minutes. Yikes! Lots of great yoga and wonderful new friends. A beautiful experience!

Day 3 at the yoga retreat. Lots of learning. In addition to two yoga classes we have an educational session. I have found the instructors to be very knowledgeable. We’ve leaved about the 8 limbs of yoga, pranayama, and Ayurveda. All our vegan meals are prepared by the chef. I’m definitely being challenged by eating new and different foods. 💕 the photo included is a lentil steak with plum sauce. It was delicious!

As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month, let's continue the conversation and keep prioritizing our mental health every day. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. 💚

Check in on your loved ones, practice self-care, and don't hesitate to reach out for support. Together, we can break the stigma and create a world where mental health is valued and supported.

Have you been feeling negative? Let’s talk about how to change it.

Understanding how the mind works and what we can do to help our mind operate at its best can have a strong impact on our happiness. How we think impacts how we feel; and how we feel impacts how we behave.

Most of us remember negative experiences more than we remember positive ones. The reason we have a tendency to remember more negative experiences is because we have a negativity bias. Our nervous system has evolved for about 6 million years and the brain is designed to keep us alive not make us happy.

Want to learn more? Visit the blog linked in my bio.

🌟 Transform Your Relationships 🌟

Ready to break old patterns and build stronger connections? The Guide to Rewire Your Relationships is your ultimate toolbox! 🌿✨

🔍 Discover attachment styles
💬 Learn to communicate your needs
🔄 Repair disconnections
💖 Build healthy habits

Start your journey to a more compassionate and connected relationship today! 🌟💑

Happy Memorial Day!!

How well do you regulate your emotions?

A big part of my therapy practice is helping people understand the difference between being regulated and being dysregulated.

In the complex process of our daily lives, we experience a range of emotions, situations, and stressors. Our ability to navigate these emotions with composure and resilience is closely tied to the state of our nervous system. This is where the concepts of being “regulated” and “dysregulated” come into play. Understanding the difference between these states is crucial in achieving emotional well-being and self-awareness.

Read more on the blog linked in my bio.

Healthy relationships provide space where we can express ourselves authentically, free from judgment or fear. Nurturing these bonds needs more than just love; it requires open communication, empathy, and mutual respect.

In the quest for mental wellness, our relationships become both the battleground and the sanctuary. They can either fuel our growth or become sources of stress and strife. That's why it's crucial to cultivate habits that foster understanding, kindness, and resilience within our partnerships.

Prioritize active listening, seeking to understand rather than to respond. Practice empathy, acknowledging and validating each other's emotions without minimizing or dismissing them. Embrace vulnerability, recognizing that it's the cornerstone of intimacy and connection.

It's okay not to be okay. With the pressures of daily life, it's common to experience moments of struggle, stress, or anxiety. However, it's crucial to remember that asking for help isn't a sign of weakness but a courageous step towards healing and growth.

As a relationship therapist, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of therapy in strengthening relationships. I’ve seen lots of people learn how to create safe and supportive spaces to explore emotions, navigate challenges, and learn valuable communication and coping skills.