From the Mind of Dr. LaShawn
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Your Relational Pause: Why conflict feels so draining, even when nothing “big” is happening
Sometimes what wears us down in relationships isn’t a big argument or a dramatic rupture. It’s the ongoing tension - the conversations we avoid, the things we carry quietly, the effort it takes to stay regulated around certain people or situations. Relational stress...
02 Relational Series: I hate conflict! (and what that usually means)
Welcome! We made it to another week! I hope you had a great weekend. Here's the second post in our Relational Email Series for resolving relationships. Most of us hate conflict or describe ourselves as — conflict-averse. Society doesn’t necessarily...
A January Orientation: Relational Wellness
As the year turns, I’ve been reflecting on what I want to center in my work and in my own life this year. I shared the topics I want to cover this month, in a previous blog - but you may be wondering why those topics are highlighted in particular. Based on research I...
01 Relational Series: Conflict & Confusion
Theme: “Why do we keep fighting and never end up resolving anything?” Before we jump into the mix of relational conflict and confusion, let's slow down and orient to where we are today. It’s a new year, and with it often comes a quiet hope for things to feel a little...
Welcome to January
I wanted to pop in to tell you about the three relational topics you can expect me to touch on this month. Each week, I’ll be sharing reflections connected to relational wellness — not to fix anything, but to help us notice how our relationships impact our sense of...
Join “Settle In Saturdays”: Practice Awareness for Healthier Relationships
A gentle settle in practice focused on relational awareness, stress, and well-being. Explore monthly themes and reflective support for January–March 2026. The first quarter of settle in practice focuses on relational awareness and capacity. This means noticing how our...