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Steven Sutton, LCSW

Steel-Man Your Partners Position Part #5

Using the steel-man technique is a wonderful way of creating value in conversation and moving forward in a positive manner. Philosopher...

Steven Sutton, LCSW

Drop the focus on WHY and pay attention to the WHAT Part #4

People spend years convinced that they need to know why things are happening the way they are. Why is my partner like this (we usually...

Steven Sutton, LCSW

State Things in the Affirmative Part #3

Our minds usually think in the negative. Ask someone what they want and they’re likely to tell you first what they don’t want. When we’re...

Steven Sutton, LCSW

I think. I feel. I want. Part #2

Increase the quality of the conversation by revealing yourself first. This is part of showing leadership in relationship — being willing...

Steven Sutton, LCSW

Get Unstuck Part #1

This is a blog series entry. Every week for the next month, we will be sharing 4 different ways a person in a relationship can begin to...

Steven Sutton, LCSW

How to Recognize if You are Stuck in "All or Nothing" Thinking Patterns

A lot of people tend to think in concrete terms. There can be strength in being clear and solid on what you think and how you see things....

Steven Sutton, LCSW

Resilience and the Three Ps

Setbacks and losses come in all shapes and sizes. It can be valuable to practice applying the principals of overcoming and finding peace...

Steven Sutton, LCSW

Revealing What You Want

What do you suppose happens when when a man lives his life seeking the approval of those around him and avoiding their disapproval?...

Steven Sutton, LCSW

Self Validation

It’s normal to be resistant to new ideas and criticize things you’re not sure will work. Notice if you feel that way and wrestle with it...