Blog  - Emotional intelligence

"The biggest communication problem is that we don't listen to understand. We listen to reply."

This quote resonates with many of the couples and individuals we work with at Clarity Counseling Seattle. In emotionally charged conversations, it’s easy to focus on what you’re going to say next instead of being fully present with what your partner is trying to express. ...

You’ve probably heard the classic joke about therapists: “But how does that make you feel?” While therapists do so much more than ask about feelings, there’s truth in the idea that our relationship with emotions plays a major role in mental and relational health. At Clarity Counseling Seattle, we often help clients uncover the impact of cultural myths and ...