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by Stacy Bremner, MA, RP Beginning with Wonder Last week, I wrote about wonder — and how beginner’s mind, pronoia, and the small synchronicities of daily life can open us to a sense of feeling supported. All of these practicesContinue reading… Letting Gratitude Land in the Body

By Stacy Bremner, MA, RP “Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.” Socrates One of the things I’ve always appreciated about Buddhism is its emphasis on practice. Not dogma, not belief, but practice — something we can return to again andContinue reading… Cultivating Wonder: A Beginner’s Mind for Everyday Life

By Stacy Bremner, MA, RP Healing begins with kindness. This space offers food for thought — and food is love. The Greeting Card vs. Real Life As the holidays approach, I notice how we hold two pictures at once: theContinue reading… What I Noticed the Other Day… Holiday SOS

By Stacy Bremner MA, RP Agreement feels really good. Do you agree? Haha. 🌱 Agreement Feels Good—But Understanding Goes Deeper What I noticed the other day is that a theme kept popping up around understanding. First, I read a story in Greenlights byContinue reading… Do You Understand? Why that Question Matters More Than “Do You Agree?”

by Stacy Bremner, MA, RP I often hear clients say, “It’s all about the kids.”And I understand. Parenting is immersive. It calls forth our deepest care, our fiercest protection, and our most tender love. But when I hear this phrase,Continue reading… Why Couplehood Still Matters After Kids

By Stacy Bremner, MA, RP A Glimpse of Deep Connection I recently returned from a conference with fellow Imago Relationship Therapists. These gatherings are more than professional development—they’re opportunities to experience the kind of connection we strive to foster inContinue reading… From Fracture to Curiosity: A Gentle Invitation

By Stacy Bremner, MA, RP Have you ever struggled in your marriage or intimate partnership and wondered why? Have you ever held expectations that weren’t fulfilled—and felt confused or disappointed? If so, you’re not alone. In our culture, we enterContinue reading… What Is Love? Understanding the Stages of Relationship

Human nature is fascinating. We want change, and yet we resist. We want love, and yet we push it away. We come to Therapy searching for “tools,” and then we don’t use them. Couples Therapy can be difficult for someContinue reading… Effective Couples Therapy: It’s Not What You Think

When romance fades and couples find themselves in the second stage of a relationship, the Power Struggle, it may not be obvious you are in an actual “relationship stage” or even what to do about it.  Let’s face it –Continue reading… 3 Essential Relationship Tips for Shifting to a Growth Mindset