Communication

It is important for family members to have good communication.  Oftentimes this can help avoid small problems from turning into much larger ones.  There are different methods that can foster this growth. Set aside specific times for the family to…
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Imagine a brass fanfare! Ta Ta Ta Taaah! The best couples’ communication information out there is by PREPinc.com.  Stanley and Markman along with other researches in Denver have the best stuff, bar none. At the very least check out their…
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There is an art to knowing when to give advice and when to be quiet in a relationship. Sometimes people have different needs at different times. They may want to talk and off load their worries, in which case you’ll…
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There are many reasons for writing a letter, which should include not only their content, but also whether to use traditional formatting that indents the address and the closing or block formatting where everything is aligned at the left margin….
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Reality check! Every relationship has its ups and downs. There will be times when you think and feel as one. There will be time when it seems like you are disagreeing about everything. However, it is possible to have disagreements…
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It is a terrible feeling to have a falling out with a loved one. Sure, disagreements are going to happen occasionally, but when the fight is bad enough, you may stop speaking to each other. Even after the worst fight,…
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As the Educational Director for the local Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA), Ralph C. Smedley found that many young men were unable to express themselves clearly or fluently. To help them improve their speaking skills, Smedley started a club where…
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How to Improve Your Communication without Talking – Part I Prompted by an article on MSN.com, I bought the book “How to Improve Your Marriage without Talking about It,” by Pat Love and Steve Stosny. In reading the book, I…
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Communication is born out of the desire that you care about someone! That moment you last saw and said goodbye when you had to part never meant you were shutting your minds against each other. And so, the next time…
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“No” is a powerful word. The word, “no” sets boundaries and releases us from commitments that might be harmful to us.  The art of saying “no” is difficult for most people to say. In order to save our sanity, we…
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When you get sick, when you have pain and discomfort, the first thing you think you want is a pill. “Doc give me something to make this go away.” When you need surgery your priority is for a doctor with…
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The first thing that you need to understand is that watching a suspects eyes for evidence of a lie is not a fool-proof endeavor. The mental experts will tell you that someone looking left is accessing the creative centers of…
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Before someone can learn how to handle anger they must first understand that anger is an emotion.   Anger can have an effect on a person well being.  It can increase the blood pressure,  heart rate and levels of adrenaline.  Many…
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Feeling angry once in a while is a normal part of life. Maybe it was that jerk who cut you off in traffic, your friend, your parents, or your spouse making you angry. That’s okay, we have all been there….
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There are several ways to avoid arguments in a relationship, some of which are better than others depending on the situation involved. You may choose to walk away from a possible argument before it escalates, you may turn the other cheek…
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When you have fallen out with someone there can come a time when you realise you want to make amends with them. You may not be sure how to go about doing so though, you may regret something you said,…
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Most of us would like to fit in, be accepted, liked, and even, at least from time to time, be the center of attention. What can we do to become more interesting to others and be that person others seek…
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When you find yourself in a situation with strangers, such as at the bus stop or even a party, you can end up feeling pretty nervous. At the very least, it can be very awkward. If you are unsure how…
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Living truth precedes speaking truth. One can only speak truth in love, if they have first lived that truth in love.  There is a place for speaking what is true, but it must be sequential to living it. Too often…
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Needs Versus Wants: An Introspective Journey I find myself standing at the base of a mountain looking up and wondering, how will I climb this mountain, not once thinking the climb impossible. Optimism dictates that while all possibilities are fraught…
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If you find yourself in a situation whereby you are in a group of strangers and you are wondering what to talk about, then this article is for you. The following are some tips on how to start a conversation…
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Actions really do speak louder than words. Did you ever think about what your non verbal behavior is saying about you? Your nonverbal communication is constantly speaking for you and you probably do not even realize at the time it…
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Time for work, some people get up everyday enthusiastic about the prospect of going to work, especially when they are fortunate enough to work in a positive work environment with courteous professionals focused on success. However, not all work environments…
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Do you cringe on the inside when someone asks for your opinion? Do you respond in a manner that’s blunt, offensive or even cruel? Are you one that gives an opinion saying what you know they want to hear so…
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A relationship is much stronger when there are no secrets between two people. The benefits of complete honesty in our relationships is simple: there is better communication between the couples, and there is more trust, and passion. Having complete honesty…
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How to discuss your child’s ambitions without seeming critical can be a challenge. Ambitions are precious to children, and it is important to embrace your childs ambitions. There are many ways to discuss you child ambitions without being too critical….
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It is often very difficult to see your child as an individual who has different ideas than you do. You find, over the years, however, that you cannot willfully inflict your ideas and ideals on him and make him see…
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People often use the phrase “It wasn’t what you said, it was the way you said it” and many people don’t understand that there is a lot of power not only in the words that you say, but also in…
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You listen intently as your friend describes the situation which has got her so upset. As you ready yourself to speak, you hope your voice will communicate comfort and reassurance. But what should you actually say? At this point, you’re…
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Childhood insecurities can linger well into the adult years. Our choices, our friends, and our habits are formed whilst we are young. Feelings of insecurity can cause moments of tremendous fear and anxiety. As we get older, these moments also…
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