Erika Baum Mar 303 minHelping or Enabling?Many people confuse their intentions to help another with enabling behavior. This article will discuss the difference between helping and en
Erika Baum Mar 242 minComparing Ourselves to OthersIf you want to feel miserable, then I would recommend that you “compare” yourself to someone else. But, why would I want to do that? You
Erika Baum Mar 242 minVentingIs there a purpose to venting? This is a question I have been considering. I've asked some mentors, friends, and family their thoughts on th
Erika Baum Mar 241 minSelf-judgement How we talk to ourselves may greatly impact how we speak and act towards others. Transforming your self-judgment is key to improving your
Erika & Justin BaumMar 231 minStop being a glass...Become a LakeAn aging Hindu master grew tired of his apprentice complaining, and so, one morning, sent him for some salt. When the apprentice returned, t
Erika Baum Mar 231 minI have to vs. I choose toA small rephrasing of the "I have to..." to "I choose to...because I value..." really embodies the self-responsibility that NVC teaches.
Erika Baum Mar 232 minThe Ego What is the purpose of the ego? I like to think of the ego as this overprotective bodyguard who ends up making awkward situations due to his
Erika Baum Mar 162 minMy Perspective, Your Perspective"None of us live in an objective world, but instead in a subjective world that we ourselves have given meaning to. The world you see is diff