All Aboard to Validation Station: Why Listening to Validate Matters More Than Listening to Fix
When we listen to fix, we can unintentionally make someone feel like they can’t solve their own problems. Listening to validate builds trust and connection. All aboard the Validation Station—where empathy comes before advice.
Asking for Change: How to Communicate Your Needs Clearly and Respectfully
Asking for change can feel awkward or risky—but it’s a healthy and essential skill. Learn how to express your needs with clarity and respect, using tools like the “I Feel / When / So” formula and DBT’s DEARMAN technique.
Knowing Your Values: Individually, as a Couple, and in Every Corner of Life
Our personal values and relationship values often overlap — but not always. Learn how to identify your core values, integrate them into daily life, and use them to strengthen your relationship.