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Is Social Media Disconnecting Us? pt. I

May 8, 2018 — Dorothy Littell Greco

Dorothy Greco shares her thoughts about social media and its effects on society.

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"How Can I Make Friends If I'm Shy?"

April 3, 2018 — Chris Grace

"Can you offer any advice to someone who is shy and lonely but who also deals with social anxiety disorder? These are people who would like a close friend or several, but for whom speaking with someone can be intimidating, and for whom social events can be overwhelming or even frightening."

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How To Interact With Someone Who Doesn't Like You

March 21, 2018 — Tim Muehlhoff

Have you ever encountered someone who just does not seem to like you? Dr. Tim Muehlhoff offers a quick, easy tip that just might help fix the issue.

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Two Key Practices in Every Healthy Relationship

March 7, 2018 — Willa Williams

Marriage and Family Therapist Willa Williams shares two key practices she considers vital to work on in healthy relationships.

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How Do You Think People Perceive You?

February 21, 2018 — Chris Grace

Dr. Chris Grace explains how we can combat our harsh, often damaging self-perceptions.

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Are Opposite Sex Friendships Okay in Marriage?

January 9, 2018 — Chris Grace

"Is it okay for a married person to have a close friend of the opposite sex? Why or why not?"

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Humble Disagreements

January 2, 2018 — Tim Muehlhoff

Dr. Tim Muehlhoff provides practical tips on having humble disagreements. How hard could it be?

The Power of Influence pt. II

December 20, 2017 — Tim Muehlhoff, Chris Grace

How important is it to be able to influence the decisions or direction in your relationships? A vital part of relationships is listening to each other. But, if your opinions or thoughts do not impact another person, is that something that should be addressed? Today, Dr. Tim Muehlhoff and Dr. Chris Grace talk through when you are not able to influence people close to you and what that might mean in your relationships.

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The Risk of Opposite-Sex Friendships in Marriage

December 12, 2017 — Chris Grace

“How close is too close?” is a common question regarding opposite-sex friendships for people in relationships. Dr. Chris Grace explains shares his thoughts and insight on how opposite-sex friendships influence a marriage!

The Power of Influence pt. I

December 6, 2017 — Tim Muehlhoff, Chris Grace

What influences you? Are you drawn to certain personalities over others? Do you trust people instinctively, even if you have just met them? Where does the ability to influence others come from? Today, Dr. Chris Grace and Dr. Tim Muehlhoff talk through the power of influence in our lives.

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