by Leigh Germann, LCSW | May 10, 2024 | Podcast, Uncategorized
Ever found yourself in the throes of frustration, fists clenched, and patience worn thin? We’ve all been there, and in this episode, I pull back the curtain on the elusive art of frustration tolerance. It’s not just about biting your tongue or counting to...
by Leigh Germann, LCSW | Apr 24, 2024 | Podcast
Every day, we have to handle our feelings while trying to do the things that are most important to us. I call this being emotional driven or value driven- and it actually matters which way we decide to go. Do we prioritize values or emotions? This choice is...
by Leigh Germann, LCSW | Apr 24, 2024 | Podcast
We all face moments when life’s demands seem to eclipse our capacity to cope. A great framework to understand when this is happening is that of the Window of Tolerance: a tool that’s crucial for maintaining our emotional equilibrium. In this episode, we...
by Leigh Germann, LCSW | Apr 10, 2024 | Podcast
Empathy has the power to help us understand, connect, and feel some of the emotions that other people are feeling around us. This is a great skill to have, but it also has a little bit of a dark side. Today, we’re talking about how we can use empathy in a way...
