How the Play Between Words and Feelings Affects Your Relationships

Why Stillness and Attention are at the Core of Peaceful Relationships

To pay attention, this is our endless and proper work. Mary Oliver PHIL: I’ve been meditating recently and have discovered that when I consciously sit still, it works much better. I’m not talking about making an effort to keep my … Why Stillness and Attention are at the Core of Peaceful Relationships Read More » [https://philandmaude.com/why-stillness-and-attention-are-at-the-core-of-peaceful-relationships/]

How to Stop Playing the Blame Game and Actually Feel Peaceful

MAUDE: I experienced a close friend engaging in the blame game this last week, and it was such a strong experience that it made me want to write about it here. My friend seemed to be walking around drowning in … How to Stop Playing the Blame Game and Actually Feel Peaceful Read More » [https://philandmaude.com/how-to-stop-playing-the-blame-game-and-actually-feel-peaceful/]

How the Play Between Words and Feelings Affects Your Relationships

PHIL: Besides writing with Maude, I also write independently on Substack. Maude is away on a trip for a few weeks, so I want to describe some ideas of mine and explain how they apply to relationships. I’ve been thinking … How the Play Between Words and Feelings Affects Your Relationships Read More » [https://philandmaude.com/how-the-play-between-words-and-feelings-affects-your-relationships/]

The Pleasures and Importance of Shared Experience in Your Relationships

MAUDE: Phil is always saying that “we are a social species, and connection is a deep need we all have.” One of the ways that we achieve this in our various relationships is by sharing our experiences. This generally happens … The Pleasures and Importance of Shared Experience in Your Relationships Read More » [https://philandmaude.com/the-pleasures-and-importance-of-shared-experience-in-your-relationships/]

Are You Emotionally Present in Your Relationships or Just Not There?

MAUDE: Last night, as we were talking about what we want to write a post about, a way of being present came up, and here we are with the post that grew out of that conversation. After an evening jamming … Are You Emotionally Present in Your Relationships or Just Not There? Read More » [https://philandmaude.com/are-you-emotionally-present-in-your-relationships-or-just-not-there/]