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2-1-Q Newsletter: Fresh Ideas every Wednesday

 

Each Wednesday, we are going to look at 2 short ideas from me, 1 quote from others, and a question to consider. 

Sent by Jarrod Hood, February 28th, 2024

 

 

2 IDEAS FROM ME: 

 

1.

"Think of screen time similar to ice cream. You eat one bowl of cookies n cream and it is tasting pretty good. You eat two bowls, and your stomach kinda hurts. You eat the whole gallon of  ice cream, and you feel crummy for the rest of the day. Too much screen time is similar. Small amounts or structured times are generally going to be ok. But the more you do it, the less enjoyment you will receive from it and the worse you are going to feel." 

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2.

"Don't ever wave the white flag for challenges in your family. Keep working at it. Sometimes the process of change is going to be very slow with a lot of forward and backwards steps. But giving up on the problem leads to a certain outcome. Keep trying. New ideas. New voices. Think outside the box. "

 

 

 

 1 QUOTE FROM OTHERS: 

 

“Avoidantly attached individuals also prioritize hyper-independence and self-sufficiency as a way to maintain control over their emotions and relationships. Being emotionally open can feel like relinquishing this control, which can be difficult to let go of as a coping mechanism...

Choosing to keep one’s feelings to oneself can make a person lose out on healthy love, meaningful connections and healing social support. However, people can learn to accept love and support over time, with more positive relationship experiences."

Dr. Mark Travers, discussing the reason why people may be struggling to be emotionally open   

Source: Forbes 

 

 

 

1 QUESTION TO CONSIDER: 

 

Is your child struggling to open up about what is going on in their life? Consider focusing on how to make your relationship with them more fun, positive, and constructive. They may not want to look weak or vulnerable.  

Until next week, 

Jarrod Hood

Counselor, coach and content creator 

 

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