This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Jodi Attar, MA, IMFT, of Kovacs Counseling on the Mindful Edit Podcast. Jodi is an Independently Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adolescents, couples, and families navigating high-stress life challenges.
In this episode, we touch on how to be more present with our partners and families, notice our relationships with our phones, navigate loneliness in adulthood, and much more.
If you sometimes find it challenging to connect with your partner or your kids, find yourself constantly on your phone, or think you’re just too busy to have real quality time, this episode is for you.
In this issue, you’ll also find journal prompts and resources from Jodi for further exploration on the topic.
I hope you’ll listen and share it with someone you want to connect with this week!
Be well,
Annette Furio
Founder, Season Journals
Listen to the Podcast
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Write It
Journal Prompts
- Describe a time when you felt very connected to another person. What was it that made you feel connected?
- What do you notice about yourself when you are truly present with another person? How does the quality of your interaction change when you are present vs. when are multi-tasking?
Say It
Affirmations
I nurture emotional intimacy with intention.
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I protect time for my important relationships, even in busy seasons.
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I choose to show up fully in my conversations.
Try It
Action Items
Audit Your Relationship With Your Phone
Start to notice how often you’re using your phone, especially when you’re with other people. Use the features on your phone to see what apps you’re using and how much time you’re spending on them. After you start to become more aware, ask yourself what you think of your relationship with your phone. Use this information to start making small modifications.
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Practice Eye Contact
Eye contact is one way we can be instantly more present in a conversation. This week, try to make eye contact when you’re speaking to anyone — from your partner to your barista.
Explore It
Resources & Links
Strong: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man (Book) — Kristal DeSantis, LMFT
Dare to Lead (Podcast) — Brené Brown, PhD
Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens (Podcast) — Lisa Damour, PhD
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