Communication

Communicating with children can seem to be a lost art, especially in an age where verbal communication is at a low. These are the times to break free of the electronics and take the bull by the horns, so to…
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Communication is always changing With the introduction of the Apple, smart phone with Internet and multimedia capabilities, the iPhone and its innovative technology, appears to be on the verge of phasing out other, relatively recent modes of communication, like the…
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Communicating with negative people can be mentally draining. And it can often take an immense amount of effort and energy. The fact of the matter is, that the effect this can have on your mental health can be devastating. Negative…
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Social networking sites have now become so deeply embedded into everyday life that it can be hard to imagine a time when the likes of Facebook and Twitter didn’t exist. Social networks are immensely popular. It is estimated that Facebook…
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Depending on your perspective, you could consider shyness a blessing or a curse. For some, it is seen as a modest quality, representing someone who is naïvnocee, innt and endearing. Shy people rarely say anything out of turn so are…
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Technology has evolved tremendously over the years. While back in the day, people communicated face to face or by a simply telephone conversation, nowadays it’s hard to find anyone who would opt for a face to face conversation as opposed…
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Avoiding conflict can harm relationships in more ways than one. Knowing how to handle the conflicts will foretell how the relationships will turn out in the future. All people in relationships, whether it be with partners, family or business partners, need to…
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An argument is a heated exchange between two parties. The conflicting parties strive to exert opinions over the other party while attempting to solidify influence and control over the subject matter. What drives an argument? When you think of arguments,…
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Have you ever connected with someone, whether you know them or not, without using any words, and yet have a deeper understanding of each other? Most of you will agree that the first form of expressing your desires is through…
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So you’ve finally come to terms with the fact that your loved one is an addict. Congratulations, you’ve reached step one of the twelve steps! However, what do you do now? You know your previous behavior was nothing short of…
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Most hosts want their house guests to feel welcome and comfortable during their visit. There are some visitors, however, who tend to strain their benefactor’s patience and budget. Everyone is different with a unique set of circumstances.  But there are…
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Siblings are the closest relations in the ranks of all families and within the constraints of a family home, conflict is bound to arise as a result. Bickering, temper tantrums and yelling matches are all common occurrences between siblings who…
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What makes teens do the things they do? Act the way they act? Make the choices they do? Every parent has asked what motivates teens. Does anyone really know? And how can parents help their teens make better choices that…
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Breaking up is never an easy thing to do and no matter how you do it, it’s still going to hurt. Although it’s not easy, you need to do it and you need to be considerate toward your partner and…
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The psychology of persuasion is often used by high-powered salesmen.  In fact, these salesmen go out of their way to tell you what you want to hear.  They may be selling you on the merits of buying a second insurance…
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There’s no question that texting has impacted the way people communicate today. For today’s generation, it’s the preferred method when it comes to staying in touch. It’s a entirely new language in and of itself. A number of books have been…
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People who read articles on Helium are insightful, intelligent, compassionate and usually very creative.  How persuaded  a person may be may depend upon picking up, insightfully, at when they are being led on with such flattery.  Yet, it is true. Insightfulness…
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There used to be a time when family and friends tended to stay close, often no more than a few miles away from their birthplace. Today, that is rarely the case. People move for work, for reasons of economy and…
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End it. Pure and simple. The biggest mistake of all in trying to win back an ex-partner, is by actually becoming ‘friends’. When a relationship has broken down, especially so if that relationship has lasted for a good number of…
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The purpose of a meaningful conversation is the mutual exchange of thoughts and information.  This interaction between speaker and listener is fundamental to any relationship, personal or professional.  In most cases, a bad conversation can lead to major altercations while a…
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Liars, at best, are misguided and harmless. At worst, they have the ability to cause trouble and destroy lives. In order to avoid falling foul of a liar, it is possible to find out whether someone is lying to you…
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Many parents of teenagers do not believe that signs of depression in their teens are important. Some believe it is normal, others don’t view it as a serious matter, and some think it’s “just a phase”. Signs of depression in…
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Communication can be alot easier done with a father. I am someone whom has had both married parents, so I know exactly how it feels to have both of them in the household. If my siblings and I ever did…
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A Step Closer Countless times we’ve all heard that walking is great exercise. It’s low impact, yet beneficial for the heart and lungs. It improvescirculation, muscle tone, stamina, brain function, and posture; and for those of us who consider the…
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Having a teenager who seems like an underachiever can be very challenging. You want the child to improve and do well. Many underachievers simply have not found their learning style, interests and talents. Parents need to celebrate, and encourage the…
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It is amazing what happens to our children behind the school walls when the parents have gone their different ways, happy and content in their confidence that there wards are in good hands. They expect based on what they are…
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I have recently begun to compile a List of Things You Should Never Have to Ask Your Teen. I would dearly love to never have to ask these questions, but after comparing notes with other parents, I find that most…
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As much as i love my father, there are just some things that I can not talk to him about. it is for that reason that I personally, find it is easier to communicate with my mother and not my…
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In my lifetime, I have seen both the good and bad that can come from parenting skills or lack thereof. I personally believe I was provided all the necessary learning tools to prepare me for and assist me in my…
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Most teenagers are hard to talk to. Teens are close to adulthood and this makes them very independent-minded. This helps them when it’s time for them to go into the grown-up world of jobs and their own apartments. However, it…
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