Cultivating Peace and Stronger Relationships with Julie Kellogg
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In this second part of an insightful interview on Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Dr. Don Drew are joined by Julie Kellogg, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over two decades of experience. Julie discusses practical techniques for fostering stronger and more fulfilling relationships, emphasizing the importance of therapy in improving interpersonal dynamics and self-understanding. She explains concepts like the window of tolerance and how personal histories shape current relationship behaviors and responses. The discussion also covers handling conflict without escalating it, the significance of emotional intelligence, exploring one's shadow self, and the value of recognizing both the light and shadow in others. Julie offers advice on building resilience and hope through community engagement and the power of positive and compensatory experiences, aiming to help listeners cultivate a more peaceful life.
00:00 Welcome to Peaceful Life Radio
00:13 Introducing Julie Kellogg: A Deep Dive into Therapy
00:54 Exploring Practical Techniques for Better Relationships
01:29 Understanding Drama and Conflict in Relationships
02:32 The Concept of Window of Tolerance in Therapy
04:33 Navigating Conflicts with Emotional Intelligence
07:05 The Power of Self-Perception and Storytelling
08:25 Dealing with Polarities in Relationships
11:08 Cultivating a Peaceful and Happy Life
12:16 Embracing Emotional Intelligence and Shadow Work
17:33 Finding Hope and Resilience Amidst Challenges
18:47 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
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