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In Action

3rd Annual Mental Health Symposium Recap

Held February 27, 2026 in Lakeway, Texas, Stephanie Threinen, founder of Cool, Comms, Collected was invited as an attendee and presenter of “Active Listening is a Superpower” at the third annual Mental Health Symposium hosted by the Engage and Heal Foundation, a local mental health advocacy non-profit. Both energizing and deeply meaningful from the moment participants arrived for a light breakfast and conversation, there was … Continue reading 3rd Annual Mental Health Symposium Recap

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Musings

Observing Your Thoughts

You are not your thoughts. You have thoughts, yes—but you can also watch them rise and fall, come and go, like clouds passing across a sky. Effective communicators understand this because being able to observe your thoughts allows you to regulate your emotions, practice active listening, and respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively. What Does It Mean to Observe Your Thoughts? Observing your thoughts means … Continue reading Observing Your Thoughts

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The Power of Presence: How Mindfulness Elevates Communication and Connection

The most precious gift we can offer others is our presence.– Thich Nhat Hanh (monk and peace activist) The greatest gift we can give is that of our full attention in an attempt to make a connection. In a world filled with distractions, where multitasking is the norm and attention is divided among notifications, deadlines, and to-do lists, mindfulness offers a much-needed pause. At its … Continue reading The Power of Presence: How Mindfulness Elevates Communication and Connection

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