Fox Valley Presents.. An Evening with an Expert

Posted on Sep 29, 2014 by FVI Editor

Fox Valley Institute Presents…

An Evening with an Expert

Simple Secrets of Parenting: The Secret Tips Every Parent Needs to Know

By: Karen Southwick, MSW, LCSW

About

In this one-hour presentation you will learn…

How to help your kids create a positive outlook and be resiliant
How ti improve your kids emotional IQ
How to foster effective communication between you and your child(ren)
How to rethink quality time by creating simple opportunities for lasting memories
How to present guidelines with love

Cost

$25.00 (100% of the proceeds will be donated to the West Suburban Community Pantry in Woodridge, IL)

Where

Fox Valley Institute, 640 N. River Road Suite 108, Naperville IL 60563

When

Thursday October 9, 2014 from 7:00-8:00p (check in begins at 6:30p)

Registration

Please send an email to expert@fvinstitute.com or contact 630.718.0717 ext 0.

Karen Southwick, MSW, LCSW

Karen has received extensive training in attachment, crisis intervention and trauma, as well as Child Parent Psychotherapy. Some of her specialties include: pre and post-divorce couples and relational issues, adoption, family conflict, parenting skills, bullying, mood disorders depression, self-esteem, and blended families. Karen received her Master’s in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. She is a licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Are you an Introvert or Extrovert?

Posted on Sep 17, 2014 by FVI Editor

Are you an Introvert or an Extrovert?

I am who I am!

Contribution made by Laura Farrar from her presentation made on Evening with an Expert

Why do we need to understand introversion and extroversion? Why is it important to our daily lives? Understanding this aspect of our personality helps us to organize and structure our lives. Furthermore, we can maximize or compliment what works and minimize what does not. In doing so, we avoid stumbling blocks.

Introverts are drawn to their inner world of thought and feeling. Extroverts are conversely, drawn to the outer life of people and activities.

Introversion and Extroversion is also about energy. Making life choices that compliment your temperament restores energy. Battling your own nature depletes your energy. How do Introverts and Extroverts refuel their energy? Introverts recharge by spending time alone. Solitude is restorative and nourishing for their minds. Extroverts recharge by spending time with others, and socializing.

Common traits of an Extrovert Vs. Introvert:

Misconceptions of Extrovert Vs. Introvert:

There are many charts that compare extroverts and introverts, but they are mostly compiled by introverts. Just like introverts know that not every introvert is shy, the same applies for extroverts; not every extrovert is obnoxious. The following chart was compiled by both extroverts and introverts.

Which do you identify with: Introvert or Extrovert? And remember, there is no wrong answer!