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The "Getting" and "Being" of Relationships

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September 2012

The "Getting" & "Being" of Relationships
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Those of you who work with premarital couples know first-hand that nearly all marriages begin with both individuals feeling supported and happy and emotionally connected. In the glow of their confidence and love, it is easy to believe that your couple is an exception to divorce rates and marital quality statistics. While the work they do with you, statistically speaking, reduces their chances of divorce, relationship enrichment is not a one-time venture, but a lifetime endeavor.

Positive Interactions

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"There are dozens of everyday moments which are opportunities for turning towards, turning away, or turning against your partner. We call these moments 'bids' for emotional connection." - Dr. John Gottman

Every time you turn towards your partner’s bids for emotional connection, you are making a deposit in your 'Emotional Bank Account.' With every Positive Interaction, your account grows, reminding the two of you of the feelings you have for one another, and of your commitment to supporting each other through all of the experiences you share.

A few weeks ago we featured the 5 Love Languages. Positive interactions are small acts that speak the language of your partner. Holding hands is an example that means a lot to a "Physical Touch" partner. Research suggests that men need 2-3 times more physical touch in the form of affection to feel connected.No, not that kind! The PG-rated kind.

"Why Home Repair is Sexy"

Today’s positive interaction is to find out something your mate wants you to do for them, promise to do it, then follow through right away. This interaction will speak volumes to a spouse whose primary love language is Acts of Service.

An “act of service” partner perceives love when...

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Positive interactions make you feel connected. Feeling connected is what keeps you together through the rough stuff.

The sweetness of love is a common theme in songs and poems. Here's an inventive love note that would be equally appealing to a "Words of Affirmation" partner or a "Gifts" partner. We thought this would was a fun Date Night idea. Go to the candy aisle and see how many of the names you could incorporate into a story about your relationship!

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Healthy Relationships 101 Quarterly Newsletter

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Tip of the Week: September 24, 2012

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Helping People Live Their Best Lives

Tip of the Week: To Do or Not To Do

"Non-doing has nothing to do with being indolent or passive. Quite the contrary. It takes great courage and energy to cultivate non-doing, both in stillness and in activity" - Jon Kabat-Zinn

We humans are problem-solving creatures, capable of sorting through complex problems. We have survived as a species, in part, because of our ability to make quick appraisals of situations and to identify courses of action most likely to lead to positive or desirable outcomes.

For our ancestors, quick thinking and reacting frequently made the difference between life and death. In our time, we still face situations when our immediate assessment and response help prevent or minimize negative results. Because of it, when difficulties arise in our relationships, we frequently feel compelled to jump into action. Problem-solving is a most useful and necessary skill, but it is not always what is called for in response to all our interactions with others.

When faced with challenges in our relationships, we may feel inclined to "fix" problems right away. But, while taking charge of an issue may initially help us feel more in control, it can also prevent us from getting in touch with our real feelings and needs. Also, our jumping into problem-solving without acknowledging the feelings and needs of others, may leave them feeling frustrated and unheard, even if we are trying to make thoughtful and constructive suggestions.

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Pilar Poal, PhD is a licensed psychologist and Senior Staff Therapist in CFR's Paoli & Exton offices. She can be reached at 610-594-9808 ext. 6.

Interesting Blog Post of the Week:

Can Men and Women Just Be Friends?

Can men and women just be friends? Maybe not, according to a study from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Researchers found that attraction is common between people in opposite-sex friendships, and these feelings can cause problems, especially if one of the "friends" is in a romantic relationship with someone else.

When participants were asked to list pluses and minuses of having opposite-sex friends, 32 percent said feelings of attraction were a drawback, while 6 percent said these feelings were a benefit.

Forty-seven percent of the women ages 18 to 23 listed attraction as a negative attribute of an opposite-sex friendship, while 22 percent of men felt the same.

CFR Video of the Week: Raymond McDevitt

Parenting: Taking Vacations Without the Kids

Raymond McDevitt, MSS, LCSW talks to 6 ABC's Amy Buckman to help her answer the question, "Can vacationing without your children actually make you a better parent"

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It's Time to Celebrate! | FTF eNews September Vol. 2

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First Things First eNews

September 2012 Volume 2

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FTF Classes

Secrets to Lasting Love*

Reconnect and breathe life back into your marriage.

October 6

(Saturday)

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

GraceBridge
Church of Christ
6224 Airpark Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37421

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Dinner or Lunch provided by First Things First

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Boot Camp
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A class for new and expectant fathers

October 20

(Saturday)

9:00 a.m. to Noon

Erlanger Women's East

1751 Gunbarrel Road

Chattanooga, TN 37421

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PREMIERE OF THE MOVIE "UNCONDITIONAL"

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FAMILIES ON THE RUN

December 1

15th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

It's Time to Celebrate!

There's still time to purchase tickets for our 15th Anniversary Celebration at the Chattanooga Convention Center on Tuesday, September 25. We welcome Academy Award nominee Sean Astin, a passionate advocate for strong marriages and families. Come join the celebration!!

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We look forward to see you on September 25!

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Expect the unexpected . . .

This compelling film (inspired by true events) depicts the power of unconditional love and renewed friendship found in the most unlikely of places. Make plans now to see Unconditional, premiering in theaters TODAY.

Click the link below to see the trailer.

"Unconditional" Theatrical Trailer

Adventures in Dating

A Class for Teens

Help your teenager get the facts about healthy relationships with FTF's Adventures in Dating seminar. This FREE event takes place on Tuesday, October 9 during Fall Break and offers teens 14-18 an adventurous day of games, activities and life lessons about:

Healthy dating
Drama-free relationships
How to break up
How to resolve conflict
And much more!

October 9 (Tuesday)

Greenway Farms

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

5051 Gann Store Road

Chattanooga, TN 37343

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The Secret is Out! It's official! Secret Keeper Girl Live! returns to the Chattanooga Convention Center on Saturday, January 26, 2013. This event sold out last year, so don't miss your chance to see this great production for mothers and daughters ages 8-13. Tickets are available online at firstthings.org.

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News from The National Partnership for Community

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The National Partnership for Community Leadership

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Inc.

Presents

The State of Fatherhood: Current and Future Direction

"Where Do We Go From Here?"

A CBCF Issue Forum hosted by The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and CBC Members

Hon. James Clyburn, III Hon. Henry "Hank" Johnson, Jr.

Friday, September 21, 2012

10:00AM - 12:00PM

Washington Convention Center

Room 202B

This event is free and open to the public. No Registration required

Invited White House Representative to give remarks on President Obama's Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative

Panelist

Eugene Schneeberg, Director of Faith Based Partnerships US Department of Justice

S. Earl Wilson Co-Chair, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative

Dr. Jeffery Johnson, President and CEO, National Partnership for Community Leadership

Ms Vicki Turetsky - US Federal Office of Child Support Enforcement

Ray Singleton - NYC Office of Child Support

Moderated By Thabiti Boone, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, International Representative

Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative, White House Partnerships

Remarks from the Grand Basileus Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Dr Andrew Ray

The Fraternity is making significant inroads in taking an active leadership role in highlighting and working issues related to fatherhood and mentoring. This effort is showing up through involvement on the ground in the local communities and in legislative circles addressing policy change. We want to work towards building a bridge to supporting partnership

relationships in the community.

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Inspirations and Tips

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Part of being a good partner is learning how to repair relationship damage. Sometimes an apology is necessary, but did you know there are different ways of perceiving an apology?

Dr. Jennifer Thomas, co-author of The 5 Languages of Apology with Dr. Gary Chapman, wrote a guest blog for our 'Couple Builder' series.

Couple Builder: Learn How to Apologize

Does your spouse rarely hear you apologize? Your apologies may be long overdue. Here is why: we have a natural tendency to gloss over what we have done wrong. Perhaps we hope that...

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Learning to love is a lifetime journey. It's so tempting to insist that the other person become just like us. But the thrill of attraction depends on the uniqueness of each of us.

The biggest obstacle to repairing a relationship is inside us. It's the struggle to let go of our own ego. Whenever we choose being right over being connected and close, both partners suffer.

The second obstacle to repairing a relationship is also inside us. What do you do when your mate sincerely apologizes? Letting go of those strong emotions can also be a battle with the ego.

There's still time to sign up for our e-Course, beginning Oct. 1st!

Click to learn more about this on-line workshop for building and sustaining healthy relationships.

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