The Sandbox with Diane and Rebekka

Rebekka's friend Chad was really excited when he listened to The Sandbox's first trailer, but had an important question: "What's in the Sandbox?" Take a listen as Diane and Rebekka give a quick preview of what kinds of fun relational "toys" we hope to offer all podcast listeners. Got a minute? Give us your feedback on the show here !

Ever had the frustrating experience of trying to calm down an upset friend or loved one by using feeling language? Telling them, "You're so angry!" only seems to add fuel to the fire. But this shouldn't be, right? Decades of thought have promoted the use of feeling language when empathizing.  After face planting on this one many times, Diane stumbled upon a deceptively simple alternative that actu...

Poop and poop problems: they are the funniest serious things family therapists get to think about. Join Diane and Rebekka for a look at how challenges related to pooping speak to deeper familial emotional challenges and represent an important transitional phase in the life of a young child. Plus an overabundance of SFW scatological humor! Resources from this episode: - Toilet seat with built-in ch...

We use two arms when we relate to others; one holds the feelings, and the other holds the line. Join Diane and Rebekka on a thought-provoking, free-wheeling conversation about how we set boundaries in relationships, how our childhood experiences affect our parenting strategies, validation and improvisational comedy, and the importance of initiating repair when rupture has occurred. Come flex your...

Join Diane and Rebekka for an introduction to the mental playground we call "the Sandbox." We welcome you along for the ride as we think about all human relationships-romantic partnerships, parenting, friendships, work relationships-and how to make them work better. Communication is challenging - dive into the sandbox with us for some new ideas and metaphors to improve your relationships today. Go...