Perhaps you know that something(s) in your life have to change for you to feel happier, calmer, and more fulfilled. You might find, however, when it comes to acting on these thoughts, it’s just so challenging. There are so many normal and common reasons you’re stuck. Through small and meaningful mental and behavioral shifts, you can get yourself moving in the right direction!
Relational Jiu Jitsu is all about sliding underneath the surface of a poorly delivered bid for connection to capture what’s most meaningful in the bid. Rather than fighting fire with fire, this is all about seeing the punches and maneuvering gracefully to the side of them.
We can either turn toward, turn way, or turn against. Our relationship future rests predominantly on which of these 3 doors we walk through and how often we choose to walk through them.
Ultimately, raising a child effectively often means putting ourselves aside. We have to do our best to consistently present as our best versions of ourselves as individuals and as partners so that our child has his/her best chance of developing in the healthiest ways. Every moment matters and your child is always watching and absorbing information, even when you might feel s/he is not.
