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Cultivating Peace

Cultivating Peace in Times of Chaos – Strategies and Personal Reflections

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew delve into the topic of how to maintain inner peace during crisis situations. Sharing their personal experiences of facing life-altering crises, including debilitating illness and the loss of a loved one, they emphasize the importance of cultivating ...

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Stop the Spiral – Speak the Truth

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the concept of the Spiral of Silence, a phenomenon where individuals withhold their opinions out of fear of isolation or conflict, potentially leading to misunderstandings, and unaddressed issues. The episode explores how this silence can fuel ...

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Adult Development

Unlocking Adult Development for a Peaceful Life

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, David Lowry and Don Drew delve into the concept of adult development and its significant impact on achieving a peaceful life. They explore Jennifer Garvey Berger’s model of adult development, which outlines three critical stages: the socialized mind, the self-authoring mind, and the ...

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Conflict Style

Understanding Your Conflict Style

David Lowry and Don Drew introduce listeners to the concept of conflict styles, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's preferred approach to handling disagreements. They discuss the significance of recognizing and adapting conflict styles to improve communication and relationships. The podcast covers key dimensions of conflict styles.

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Misery

The Self-Inflicted Misery of Taking Offense

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew explore the concept of taking offense and its detrimental impact on personal happiness and relationships. They delve into how being offended is a choice that leads to self-inflicted misery, damages relationships, and fuels drama. The show introduces ...

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The Dreaded Drama Triangle: Understanding Conflict and Creating a Peaceful Life

David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the concept of the Dreaded Drama Triangle, introduced by psychologist Dr. Steven Cartman in the 1960s, which outlines the victim, persecutor, and rescuer roles that fuel unhealthy dynamics and conflict. They explore how individuals can fall into these roles and the negative impact on ...

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