Self-Care in Relationships

About the Book

For each of us there is an association between relationships and self-care. We are all wired to interact and connect with others, yet we are not formally educated about how to care for ourselves throughout that process. Dr. Nelson can help you: Be intentional about practicing self-care both in and out of relationships Explore your values to guide your relationship choices Choose safe supportive relationships that feel good to you Preserve your energy and resources by avoiding damaging relationships Use effective communication skills to create the kind of interactions that you want Learn to manage grief when relationships change In Self-Care in Relationships, Dr. Nelson guides you through the basic skills required to connect with others in healthy ways. This easy, sensible approach comes from a compassionate and personal place as Dr. Nelson shares the genuine experiences of real people.

About the Author

Julie Nelson, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience in secondary education. Her educational background, combined with her professional experience, offers a unique perspective on relationship literacy. She is certified in Training and Development and has developed and presented educational material related to effective communication, healthy relationships, and self-care to a variety of groups and businesses. Fostering healthy, mutually-supportive interaction is her passion. Dr. Nelson enjoys family, friends, and creative textile arts. As an avid quilter, she finds ways to incorporate the healing properties and altruistic nature of small creative community groups into her work and rich presentations.