Relationships
โI Love You No Matter Whatโ
Children need to feel love from their parents more than ever before. And, our neighbors need love too. That unconditional, deep and abiding love will help our children weather the storms of life. Love is the truth that fills the soul and gives life hope and meaning. Maybe, during this time of social and political …
The Value and Mastery of Emotions (3 Hour Event)
Taught by Nicholeen Peck I think many people assume that when a person is self-governed that means they treat emotions as bad things. This couldnโt be further from the truth. Emotions are an important part of us and our relationships and can even draw us closer together. But, they can also fracture families and create …
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Podcast 46 – The “How” of Happiness
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss principles from the book, “The How of Happiness” and share 20 principles of happiness to help you make a change for the better and change your perspective for an increase in joy. How much control do you actually have over your happiness? Are there really ways and things …
Podcast 45 – Understanding Emotions and Other Feely Things
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the difference between emotions and feelings, how feelings can be communicated without emotional “vomiting,” and worldwide misconceptions about how emotions and feelings should govern us. Do you or someone you know feel like they have to dump their emotions in order to work through something? Not true! Listen …
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What Breaks Relationships And How To Fix Them
Relationships require selfless service to survive. Although there are multiple reasons people site for their relationship dysfunctions, from infidelity to arguments, relationship problems usually all have two things in common: dishonesty and selfishness. According to The Institute For Family Studies, the leading causes of divorce are: infidelity, incompatibility, drinking or drug use, growing apart, a …
Reclaiming The Right To Parent Our Own Children
In 2012, a woman attending one of my Teaching Self-Government parenting trainings began to cry in the middle of my presentation about different styles of parenting. She timidly raised her hand and I called upon her to speak. Through sobs and tears she said, โMy mom was that modern progressive, permissive type of parent you …
Podcast 41 – Becoming Better at Bonding
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss why bonding is so important to self-government and three key components of improving your bond with those you love and have influence on. Also, what is “bonding,” exactly? Listen in to find out! https://tsg-podcasts.s3.amazonaws.com/2020/November/TSGPodcast41-BecomingBetterAtBonding-Nov30-2020.mp3
Where We Give Our Attention Matters Most
When I was a little girl, my brothers used to tease me. Every time I was teased or called names by them, I allowed myself to become emotional. One day when I was upset, my father said to me, โNicholeen, if you donโt let the teasing work, then it wonโt be fun for them and …
Having Self-Government During Political Drama
The political climate is pretty hot right now! Threats, scandals, verbal attacks, social unrest, corruption, and control tactics are all part of the current political scene. People are preparing for the worst no matter what the United States election turns out like. What preparations are the most effective? Preparing your own heart to be calm …
Podcast 33 – Friendships: Do We Really Need Them?
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the elements of friendship. Do people really need interaction with other human beings? Why or why not? What really is a friend? Are there different types of friendships that we don’t think of very often or consider? Listen in to see if it’s really all that important or …
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Podcast 32 – Diving Deeper Into Levels of Communication
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the four levels of communication: what they look like, how to progress from one level to the next, why it’s important to do so, and what obstacles could arise in this process. Listen in for tips on how to “level up” in your communication game! https://tsg-podcasts.s3.amazonaws.com/2020/September/TSGPodcast32-DivingDeepIntoLevelsOfCommunication.mp3
Pointing Fingers At Perfectionism
My friend recently posted a picture of her family on a hike. The children were laughing and having a great time. I was instantly inspired to do a fun activity with my family. I thought, โHiking is a great idea! We should plan a time to go on a family hike.โ My friend was capturing …