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Today is World Mental Health Day! Observed every year on October 10, World Mental Health Day seeks to raise awareness of mental health issues and highlights efforts to support mental health. Acknowledging the state of one’s mental health issues is important, and so is being able to seek help when you’re struggling. https://bit.ly/4h1FV8m

While gifts are only one way to connect with your partner romantically, vacation-based gifts can enhance the travel experience and create lasting memories. Here are some thoughtful gift ideas! Personalized Travel Journal: A journal where your partner can document the trip, jot down thoughts, and paste photos or mementos. Travel-Themed Jewelry: Necklaces, bracelets, or rings featuring coordinates of a special place, airplane charms, or culturally-inspired designs. Customized Luggage Tags: Stylish and personalized luggage tags to add a personal touch to your partner’s suitcase. Polaroid Camera: A portable instant camera for capturing and printing memories on the go while also allowing you to unplug. Travel Pillow and Blanket Set: A cozy and compact set for comfortable travels, especially during long flights or road trips. Portable Bluetooth Speaker: A small speaker to enjoy your favorite music or podcasts during your travels. Travel Guidebook: A detailed guidebook about your destination, offering insider tips, maps, and recommendations. Luxury Toiletries Kit: A high-quality, travel-sized toiletries set to add a touch of luxury to the trip. Travel-Themed Board Games: Compact board games that are travel-themed, perfect for downtime in the hotel or during long journeys. Scratch-Off World Map: A map where you can scratch off the destinations you visit together, creating a visual record of your travels. Personalized Passport Holder: A stylish and functional passport holder with your partner’s initials or a special message. Experience Gift Cards: Gift cards for activities or experiences at your destination, such as a hot air balloon ride, a romantic dinner, or a guided tour. Eco-Friendly Travel Kit: A set of reusable items like water bottles, utensils, and bags to promote sustainable travel. Travel-Sized Games and Puzzles: Compact games and puzzles to keep entertained during travel downtime. Customized Travel Map: A beautiful map where you can mark and track your travel destinations, adding notes and photos. Luxury?Sweatshirts: A high-quality, compact and durable hoodie or sweatshirt can provide comfort while also holding up to packing. Portable Charger: A reliable portable charger to keep your devices powered throughout your travels. Romantic Picnic Set: A picnic basket with all the essentials for a romantic outdoor meal, perfect for scenic spots on your trip. Travel Candle Set: Scented travel candles to create a cozy and romantic atmosphere in your hotel room – just be sure they allow candles in the room! Subscription to a Travel Magazine: A subscription to a travel magazine to inspire future adventures together. Safe travels this summer!

Managing Adaptability. Yes, this blog post can benefit both your business and your marriage! Here’s how. Most of the clients here at The Couples Workshop are business owners. I have written this post to honor your unique demands – both at work and with your partner. In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, one trait stands out among the rest as a true game-changer: adaptability. In a world where change is the only constant, businesses that thrive are those led by individuals who can quickly pivot, innovate, and evolve. So, how can business owners cultivate adaptability within themselves, their organizations, and their relationships? Here are some strategies to consider: Stay Informed: + Business: Keep a pulse on industry trends, emerging technologies, and market shifts. Knowledge is power, and staying informed allows you to anticipate changes and proactively adjust your strategies. + Relationship: If you know what your partner is experiencing, then you can prepare accordingly. If they are experiencing high stress, then you can adapt conversations accordingly. Deeply knowing your partner is powerful for the longevity of your relationship. Embrace Experimentation: + Business: Don’t be afraid to try new approaches, even if they involve some degree of risk. Experimentation fosters innovation and provides valuable insights that can inform future decision-making. + Relationship: If you have a desire, then try something new and unique to meet that need. For example, couples talk about wanting more adventure – see how you can create that without leaving your bedroom or by exploring your hometown. Learn from Failure: + Business: View failure as a learning opportunity rather than a setback. Analyze what went wrong, extract valuable lessons, and apply them to future endeavors. Failure isn’t fatal unless you fail to learn from it. + Relationship: Whether it is having a heated argument, missing an anniversary, or having parenting style differences – you can rebuild when you learn from failure. Have an open, honest conversation with your partner to learn both sides of what happened and try to come up with a compromise (even if it is short-term). Want to learn more? Here's all the details: https://lnkd.in/gbYsHhA8

Here are 31 spring date ideas! 1. Attend a sporting event such as baseball/softball, soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, or tennis. This can be a local sporting event or a professional… or go play yourselves! 2. Dinner on the patio. You can enjoy each other’s company right in your backyard. 3. Go to the farmers market. Here in Fort Collins, we have a little longer to wait for the outdoor markets. The Larimer County Farmers' Market opens May 18th. In the meantime, the winter market at the Foothills Mall is open through April 8th! 4. Enjoy the sunshine with mini golf. There are also some indoor places if the weather is still too chilly. 5. Go on a bike ride! That might include a community ride so you don’t have to plan a route or be spontaneous to see where the bike paths take you. 6. Plan your garden or get going on your starters. 7. Go wine tasting. Enjoy the start of spring by sipping wine together. 8. Take a hike! But in the best way. It’s a great time to get outdoors to experience the shift in seasons. 9. Watch the sunset. Now that the sun isn’t setting while you’re still in the office, you can experience it together. 10. Visit a local museum. 11. Walk through your local botanical gardens. Here in Fort Collins that might be strolling through the Gardens on Spring Creek 12. Scavenger hunt to go down memory lane. Leave clues around the house or your neighborhood at locations that remind you of your partner. 13. Go to a concert. Many concerts are back outdoors – check your favorite venue to see who is coming to town. 14. Hot air balloon. It’s not too cold to get up in the air to get a lovely view of spring starting to bloom. 15. Restaurant hop. Have appetizers, dinner, and dessert at three different spots. It’s nicer out now so you can also enjoy the walk in between spots. 16. Try a new recipe together. You may want to combine it with a fun cocktail/mocktail, too! 17. Outdoor movie at home! If needed, video projectors run about $100 to start. Layout a blanket, throw pillows, and pop some popcorn right in your backyard. 18. Wake up early to watch “Saturday morning cartoons” like you did growing up. Consider combining it with your favorite breakfast, brunch, or mimosas. 19. Attend an outdoor festival. This might be an art, BBQ, or music festival. Check your local county’s calendar to see upcoming events. 20. Speaking of BBQ make your own! If you don’t have a smoker, there are tutorials on Google or YouTube to use your grill as a smoker. Making your own is an all-day activity so you can also add some quality time with games or conversations at the same time. 21. It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day. Make some green beer together and plan one another’s outfits! Perhaps you want to get out of the house and visit a local brewery such as New Belgium Brewing, Odell Brewing Co, or Timnath Beerwerks... ...LinkedIn limited my characters, so the remaining 10 ideas can be found at: https://lnkd.in/eujfM5vT

Newest video is up - in this quick tip video you can learn more about the challenges and strengths parents face together. You'll also learn my four main topics to explore to maintain a strong partnership.

In just over one week, Emily Altman, CEO of The Couples Workshop, will be joining The Pirate Princess on her show! Amber has a passion for small business and Emily is honored to talk about why she went into the mental health field. Wednesday February 21st at 10:35am. Please join in the conversation by tuning in to 93.5FM (for NoCo) or online at: https://lnkd.in/gAxaGrfg

Here are 7 quick tips to help with stress. The 7th tip talks about making friends with your stress which can be an effective way to reframe the challenges you are facing.

The Couples Workshop has an updated website coming soon! You can expect: ?? Details about the two service options ?? Research to help you learn about relationship success & stress ?? A blog posted every other week with tips on helping you connect with your partner! The previous website is still up, but stay tuned for the launch! ??

Whether you are setting business or personal goals, time management tools need to be in place for you to be effective. To start, separate your calendar into two groups: what is in and out of your control. What in your schedule is set and not in your control? This might include your work schedule, your kids' school day or practice times, etc. Other things are in your control such as: when you go to the gym, when you want to meet up with friends, date night, spiritual meetings (which often have many options), etc. While these are important tasks, they are also flexible and can be moved around. We can't save time when it is out of your control, because it is set. Instead, let's focus on what you do have control over and your mindset during these activities. Research shows us that happiness comes down to fulfillment. People will report feeling happy if they can see their work being tied to their mission. If you are feeling frantic and overwhelmed, then you may not be reflecting on your "why". Gratitude can be a great way to combine your values to your work! Here's more info...