This show is meant to provide you knowledge and vision for living the life you desire. YOU are the creator of your life, but sometimes we need a bit of inspiration, direction and a gentle push to get us going. Dr. Cecilia Lopez is a psychotherapist in California, US. More specifically she is a marriage and family therapist and holds a doctorate and master's degree in counseling psychology. Yes, she will be discussing topics that shed light on mental health and offer guidance, but direct mental health topics isn't all this show is about. Dr. L believes that to live a life with healthy mental and emotional balance, there needs to be balance and attention to other areas of life, too. This may include nutrition, spirituality, play, creativity, and other subjects that tickle our curiosity. This podcast aims to get your wheels turning and to help you visualize the life you desire so that you may take the brave steps toward creating that life. Dr. L does both solo episodes as well as brings on guests who are experts in their respective field in order to shed light on topics that she believes may benefit her listeners. She hopes to help you, the listener, live life in a mindful way, tending to mind, body and soul. Join us. :)
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This show is meant to provide you knowledge and vision for living the life you desire. YOU are the creator of your life, but sometimes we need a bit of inspiration, direction and a gentle push to get us going. Dr. Cecilia Lopez is a psychotherapist in California, US. More specifically she is a marriage and family therapist and holds a doctorate and master's degree in counseling psychology. Yes, she will be discussing topics that shed light on mental health and offer guidance, but direct mental health topics isn't all this show is about. Dr. L believes that to live a life with healthy mental and emotional balance, there needs to be balance and attention to other areas of life, too. This may include nutrition, spirituality, play, creativity, and other subjects that tickle our curiosity. This podcast aims to get your wheels turning and to help you visualize the life you desire so that you may take the brave steps toward creating that life. Dr. L does both solo episodes as well as brings on guests who are experts in their respective field in order to shed light on topics that she believes may benefit her listeners. She hopes to help you, the listener, live life in a mindful way, tending to mind, body and soul. Join us. :)
*Disclaimer*
All information contained on and within this podcast (which may include associated websites, YouTube, Twitch, Patreon and social media platforms), as well as every service, product or program that is offered, is solely for educational and informational purposes only. Dr Cecilia Lopez has a doctorate and master’s degree in counseling psychology and is a licensed marriage and family therapist, and is not responsible for, nor will be held liable for, any exchange or relationship that is a result of interaction on this podcast, associated website or platforms, including the content or quality of information exchange therein by its users. The information and services provided give no warranty, claim, treatment, or guarantee of results and are for empowerment and educational use under the Owner’s expertise. Due to fluctuations in individuals' physical condition and mental biochemistry, no guarantee of any specific results or outcomes can be given. Any and all content throughout Owner's podcast, website and associated platforms as well as other content and/or testimonials on ancillary social media presence (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, or other) is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, physical or mental condition, and does not in any way qualify or substitute any advice received or consultation with a qualified medical practitioner.
Ep 33 – Using Assertiveness Techniques to Communicate Thoughts, Emotions and Desires
Mindful Living with Dr. Cecilia Lopez
44 minutes
3 years ago
Ep 33 – Using Assertiveness Techniques to Communicate Thoughts, Emotions and Desires
Hello and welcome back to another episode of Mindful Living with Dr. Cecilia Lopez. This is Zy, hello!
For today’s episode, Dr. L covers assertiveness skills for effective communication. These skills can assist you if you need to communicate thoughts, emotions or desires to someone while remaining respectful. Assertiveness can help with setting boundaries, expressing vulnerabilities and also validating your speaking partner. These skills can be used in romantic, platonic, familial, and professional relationships, and even with strangers.
Included in these skills are the following:
- "I" Statements
- Validating Others
- The "Sandwich Technique" (one of my personal favorites)
- Being a Broken Record (on purpose)
- The importance of tone
- Tricks, tips, and sayings that Dr. L has made up over the years to help teach this communication style
We hope you learn a thing or two and find this episode helpful! I personally think assertiveness skills are invaluable and are very helpful (and I still use what I learned today).
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Mindful Living with Dr. Cecilia Lopez
This show is meant to provide you knowledge and vision for living the life you desire. YOU are the creator of your life, but sometimes we need a bit of inspiration, direction and a gentle push to get us going. Dr. Cecilia Lopez is a psychotherapist in California, US. More specifically she is a marriage and family therapist and holds a doctorate and master's degree in counseling psychology. Yes, she will be discussing topics that shed light on mental health and offer guidance, but direct mental health topics isn't all this show is about. Dr. L believes that to live a life with healthy mental and emotional balance, there needs to be balance and attention to other areas of life, too. This may include nutrition, spirituality, play, creativity, and other subjects that tickle our curiosity. This podcast aims to get your wheels turning and to help you visualize the life you desire so that you may take the brave steps toward creating that life. Dr. L does both solo episodes as well as brings on guests who are experts in their respective field in order to shed light on topics that she believes may benefit her listeners. She hopes to help you, the listener, live life in a mindful way, tending to mind, body and soul. Join us. :)
*Disclaimer*
All information contained on and within this podcast (which may include associated websites, YouTube, Twitch, Patreon and social media platforms), as well as every service, product or program that is offered, is solely for educational and informational purposes only. Dr Cecilia Lopez has a doctorate and master’s degree in counseling psychology and is a licensed marriage and family therapist, and is not responsible for, nor will be held liable for, any exchange or relationship that is a result of interaction on this podcast, associated website or platforms, including the content or quality of information exchange therein by its users. The information and services provided give no warranty, claim, treatment, or guarantee of results and are for empowerment and educational use under the Owner’s expertise. Due to fluctuations in individuals' physical condition and mental biochemistry, no guarantee of any specific results or outcomes can be given. Any and all content throughout Owner's podcast, website and associated platforms as well as other content and/or testimonials on ancillary social media presence (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, or other) is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, physical or mental condition, and does not in any way qualify or substitute any advice received or consultation with a qualified medical practitioner.
