by Jenny TeGrotenhuis | Jun 24, 2020 | Heart & Mind, Parenting, Relationships, Uncategorized
What Is Influence? Influence is not pressure, it’s permission. Influence is a force of our love. It’s granted when we demonstrate that we care more about our relationship than our own ideas and opinions. Even with babies and children, we never have control. If a child...
by Jenny TeGrotenhuis | Jun 12, 2020 | Soul & Spirit, Uncategorized
Invalidation is a form of relational trauma which, over time, harms the brain and nervous system, and also results in the disintegration of any healthy bonds of connection, and dissolution of trust in others. Healing requires the slow, ongoing work of diligent growth...
