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Vulnerability: Absolutely Risky. And Absolutely Necessary

Vulnerability: Absolutely Risky. And Absolutely Necessary

by Dr. John Townsend | Nov 3, 2020 | Uncategorized

You and I need people in our lives who care deeply about us, who are safe, and who want our best. We want them to  “be there” with us, to encourage us when we are discouraged, to give us insight on what’s going on, and to call us to the right action steps to make life...
NYT: How to Set Pandemic Boundaries for Relatives

NYT: How to Set Pandemic Boundaries for Relatives

by Dr. John Townsend | Aug 26, 2020 | Boundaries, Current Events, Family

Dr. Townsend had the privilege of being interviewed for this informative and timely article by the New York Times. Article Excerpt: Be a conduit, not a lifeline … “When you feel overwhelmed, Dr. Townsend recommends that you create a list of all of your...
Adult Children: Relating to Them in the Best Way

Adult Children: Relating to Them in the Best Way

by Dr. John Townsend | Feb 22, 2020 | Boundaries, Communicating, Current Events, Education

The adult-parent and the adult-child generations are having struggles with each other:  struggles in communication, in values and in just how to get along and care about each other.  However, while the generations are different, they have much more in common than they...
Trusting After Trust Has Been Broken

Trusting After Trust Has Been Broken

by Dr. John Townsend | Feb 15, 2020 | Boundaries, Communicating, Emotions, Growth

All relationships take work, whether they are a marriage, a dating relationship, a family member, a business associate or a friend. But one of the most difficult situations is when someone breaks trust with us. It could involve lying, unfaithfulness or betrayal...
Patience is a Better Friend than a Foe

Patience is a Better Friend than a Foe

by Dr. John Townsend | Feb 8, 2020 | Boundaries, Communicating, Emotions, Growth, Leadership, Planning

It is just hard, hard, hard to be patient. It’s so easy to be frustrated and even jump the gun on situations that involve time, and ending up making poor decisions.  But learning to be competent in the skill of patience is a secret that people who accomplish great...
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