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Speak Kindly to Yourself

December 12, 2023 — Willa Williams

In this week's video, CMR staff therapist, Willa Williams, addresses the common habit of negative self-talk and its damaging impact on our daily lives.

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Why is My Friend Pushing Me Away?

June 7, 2023 — Willa Williams

What do I do when a good friend is hurting but pushes me away when I try to be there for her?

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Before It's Too Late: Take the Time

March 8, 2022 — Willa Williams

Is there something you appreciate about someone but are too afraid to share? In today's blog, Willa Williams shares a personal story that teaches us to express appreciation and vulnerability before it's too late.

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First Steps

February 23, 2022 — Willa Williams

What are the first steps to resolving conflict? In today’s video, Willa Williams guides us through the the process of calming down and giving the benefit of the doubt whenever we are in a disagreement.

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Follow the Mantra

February 9, 2022 — Willa Williams

What's the mantra we should follow to prevent conflict? Today, CMR Staff Therapist Willa Williams describes a simple phrase that can help solve almost any relationship problem!

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Dealing with Difficult In-laws?

February 1, 2022 — Willa Williams

My in-laws are having a hard time cutting the cord when it comes to my wife. They try to get involved in everything we do and it's causing us conflict. We're considering seeing a marriage counselor, but do you think her parents should be included in the marriage counseling?

the "TFWN" conversation

The TFWN Conversation

January 26, 2022 — Willa Williams

What's the best way to talk out conflict? In today's video, Willa Williams provides a helpful acronym, the "TFWN" strategy, so both sides feel seen and heard in a conversation.

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The V of Parenting

January 12, 2022 — Willa Williams

How do we raise healthy, well-functioning adults? Parenting can be a daunting and difficult task. In today's video, Willa Williams walks through the "V of Parenting", the critical stages of parenting.

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A Different Kind of New Year's Resolution

December 28, 2021 — Willa Williams

In this blog post, Willa Williams encourages you to consider making a New Year's resolution to be kinder to people around you, while explaining the difference between kindness and niceness.

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Five Qualities to Look for When Dating Someone

October 27, 2021 — Willa Williams

There can be so many different qualities we are supposed to look for in a dating partner. Today, Willa Williams shares some foundational qualities that we should look for in that person who catches your eye.

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