When you’re a couple, your conversation skills can draw you closer together or drive you apart. Do you give each other love and support, or do you resort to nagging and shutting down? You might assume that loving your partner would be enough, but most of us can benefit from practicing interacting effectively. In fact, almost 70% of divorces are caused by communication … [Read more...] about 12 Important Conversation Skills for Couples
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4 Crucial Rules for Authentic Communication
Communication affects every part of our daily lives. Effective communication achieves several goals, including conveying the information we intend, maintaining respectful relationships, and problem-solving. But many people struggle with communicating in the workplace. For example, when was the last time you said, "I thought he meant..." or "I misunderstood what you said"? If … [Read more...] about 4 Crucial Rules for Authentic Communication
5 Ways to Help Children Set Boundaries
One of the best things a parent can do is help their children set boundaries. Boundaries help children develop limits for themselves and their activities. One example is saying "no" to their friends when they want to do something that they know their parents would not approve of or asking them to do something that makes them feel unsafe. Other boundaries include telling … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Help Children Set Boundaries
Why Is Friendship So Hard? Valuable Tips for Stronger Friendships
It’s normal to feel jealousy and envy in your friendships. You know each other too well, right? That's why when even a hint of trouble comes up, betrayal is quick to follow. These emotions, however, do not help strengthen the bonds of friendship. Fortunately, there are ways to turn "friendship wars" in your favor. Try to approach your friend without getting emotional and … [Read more...] about Why Is Friendship So Hard? Valuable Tips for Stronger Friendships
How to Encourage Positive Behavior in Teenagers
Teens are complicated. They're moody, have impulsive tendencies, and constantly search for meaning. Many are also notorious for their lousy listening habits, which is just one of the many reasons why effective communication is so difficult. Everyone can agree that parenting is one of the most challenging jobs. There's no textbook or manual out there to make things … [Read more...] about How to Encourage Positive Behavior in Teenagers