Communication

A man can grab his fishing gear, jump in the car and be enjoying himself in a matter of minutes. He doesn’t worry that his socks will get wet or his shoes will get muddy. He doesn’t need to pack…
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SUBTLETY is not deceit. Indeed, subtlety is a delicately balanced platform from which we offer support and friendship. When we meet strangers, we utilize subtle nuances that can encourage further disclosure or direct their attention toward respecting our personal space….
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You don’t need a magic potion, a psychic, or to walk on hot coals to understand women. Women aren’t really as complex as men make us out to be. It isn’t really getting into our heads that matters, it is…
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WHAT MEN NEED TO KNOW An ongoing conversation I have with my girlfriends is about the men in our lives. Most of us are married, but it doesn’t matter a damn, our husbands still don’t get us, or quite comprehend…
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Can you imagine how awesome it must have been when man was first introduced to woman? For one thing, they met on a beautiful sunny day in a fruit filled garden. I can just imagine the bright blue sky, the…
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Everyone wants to know why men lie. Men probably want to know their self why they lie. With me being a man I know that I do lie sometimes too. I would like to clarify that all men do not…
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Good communication come from having good listening skills. Be careful to listen and speak back what you perceive you are hearing from the other person say. If you didn’t hear correctly what they are saying to you from the begining,…
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Whether it’s an invitation to dinner, a summer romance or a long-term relationship rejecting someone is not easy. Letting them down gently requires assertiveness, tact and compassion. Don’t use wishy washy words that could lead the person on or make…
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Chivalry is not dead it is just hiding. Chivalry is afraid of what women have done to it and what will continue to be done in the name of equality. Don’t get me wrong, I am all for equality, to…
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If you take a step back and take an honest look at the relationships in your life you may discover that you often treat strangers in a more polite and accepting manner than you do those you love. When dealing…
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Communication is inherent in everything we do on a daily basis.  It therefore is an important resource that impacts how we are received when we talk or interact with others.  It can also impact the success for failure in finding…
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In the western world, eye contact is a powerful body-language tool that has a vital role in creating or determining intimacy.   How long the eye contact is held for is a key factor in achieving the outcome you intend.  The…
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These days there are so many “modern” ways to communicate. To some even email seems old hat. There are Facebook walls to write on. You can Instant Message and Twitter. Younger folks seem to prefer texting. In the midst of…
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Communication is everything; well almost. Unless you are a hermit interacting with others is an essential part of your life. The better you are at it, the better your life will be. There are several areas in which improvements can…
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So, you want to know how to get older people to like you? Rule number one: Be very respectful. When you are faced with elders besides your parents never be rude. Say things like “Please” and “Thank you”. And when…
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Unless you are a hermit, conversing with others is a major part of your life. Doing it well is critical to your success in life, both personally and professionally. One avenue to conversational development is to increase what you know….
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Studying a person’s body language, including the movement and use of their eyes, is one way you can determine the probability of someone being untruthful.  Although reading body language cannot be accurate all of the time, it can be be…
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It may seem strange to say that we need to learn how to communicate. After all we have many conversations all day long. However, it is true. We need to learn to speak more clearly and effectively. It is even…
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Over time man acquires skills that can only be off-set by one’s self. Being able to converse is an art of man in itself. Yes, a parrot may be able to mimic what it has learned, but does this species…
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How good are you at talking with others? Would you say you are good or bad at it? It is in your best interests to do several things right every time you speak with someone. There are steps you have…
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There was a time when it was critical to be a good hunter and warrior. The most important skills were those used to throw spears and shoot bow and arrows. There was a time being the best farmer was at…
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That’s easy. Even crotchety older people respond to an interest in who they are; when they were young and now. They know immediately when they are being patronized or when your interest is genuine. The way people in this country…
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Attraction, admiration, respect and honesty all contribute to a healthy relationship. However, the most important thing is often overlooked and the consequences can be devastating. Communication. Without it you can not have a happy, long lasting relationship. Many feelings can…
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There are almost no jobs or careers that don’t involve communication in some way. Even the most isolated of jobs there comes a time when a person must communicate with others. The better able you are to give and receive…
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Effective communication during love making enhances the experience in many ways. Effective communication is the process of transporting information through speaking, listening and non verbal cues. Non verbal communication is just as important because it can send a deeper message…
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Improving our interpersonal skills is one of the most effective ways to learn to deal with issues within your relationships, your career and even with perfect strangers. Taking the time to honestly evaluate what we do well in conversations and…
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In trying to make an impact on another person, whether at home, at work, or in extended or social settings, there are certain techniques you can use to help ensure that the listener is able to process and apply what…
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Stanley and Markman of PREPinc.com discovered through research, testing, and experience that escalation is one of just a few serious behavioral patterns that can ruin a relationship. You start out commenting on the toothpaste and before you know it there…
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Are there benefits of being assertive? The answer is YES! There are many benefits that comes from being assertive. Some of them include; having good self-esteem, confidence in yourself, and feeling good about who you are as a person. Also,…
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The letter is a powerful thing. Many people over look them nowadays. But they can be moving and they often can become family heirlooms. I have many of the letters my Dad wrote my Mom while he was at sea…
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