Communication

There are seven rules of communication that pertain to listening. Listening is a very important skill that most people do not take advantage of. Although people have the ability to listen more attentively the video discussed the fact that the…
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How should we refer to people? One of the most vivid of my growing up memories is the stern admonishments that my siblings and I got, from our mom, to not talk about or refer to other persons unless we…
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We all write letters throughout our lives and for various reasons. We may hand-write them, type them, or send through email. No matter what we all have written a letter at some point. There are all types of letters that…
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Nonverbal communication is a powerful tool for communicating our feeling and yet it is somewhat taken for granted the impact it has on each of us.  We all experience this phenomona but it is such a seemingly natural occurance we…
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Are you a “people” person? Do you have the desire to become perfect at interaction and develop your interpersonal skills? You will learn what it takes to connect with others and develop good interpersonal skills. Take advantage of proximity. Start…
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Nagging is the use of repetitive, unchanging, uninspiring words aimed at another person in order to get them to do something that they, obviously, are not in a hurry to do. It may, in fact, be the nagging that is…
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The definition of nagging and to nag means to repeatedly find fault, complain, and constantly annoy another person. Before the term nag became popular, people who behaved this way were called shrews. These words conjure images of shrill voiced women…
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In case you haven’t noticed, the majority of us take someone in our close circle of family or friends for granted. We forget to say thank you or please, drink the last of the milk without asking anyone else if…
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There may not be a single person alive that hasn’t been involved in a situation in which they felt their displeasure needed to be voiced. Most times, these moments involve simple complaints to corporate employees or family members, but in…
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I am German, so I know all about complaining. Myself I find complaining very uncomfortable,perhaps because I remember too many situations where my fellow countrymen made me cringe with embarrassment.Only a few weeks back I overheard – from the safety…
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It sounds so simple, a word with just two letters, one tiny syllable, but it is one of the most difficult words we will ever learn to say with conviction. Think about how many times you have wanted to say…
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Active listening, when done correctly, enhances communication skills between family members. Learning to get an accurate idea of what each family member is trying to say or an expression of their opinions will open the doors to better communication with…
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There is no better way to communicate but to communicate with the heart and soul. This is the most effective way to reveal your emotions. For truthful communication means the baring of one’s heart and soul whether in writing or…
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Effective Communication In an effort to resolve issues between parties, be it two people or a group, it is important to arrive at the table in a favorable emotional position. Presenting one self from a defensive or offensive emotional position…
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In a recent survey taken from people in long lasting successful relationships the number one contributing factor was honest communication .You need to be able to communicate your needs and concerns and listen well to your partner .Communication skills are…
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Learning how to get along with others (and how to motivate them to get along with you) is a life-long quest. Various approaches come and go. Some will fit you, some won’t. If you find something you think you can…
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The simple truth is, we are all human and as humans we must consider the fact that we sometimes are bound by the very things that makes us more than just apes. As humans we all rely on feelings sometimes…
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Speaking and writing are equally important. A person writes as they speak. If you are not a good speaker chances are you will not be a good writer. Every one has access to a dictionary or thesaurus. Following the basic…
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Creating conversations in a common form to introduce yourself when getting to know a person is the number one way in striking a conversation. It’s most common to use this tactic and it’s also most effective. When trying to introduce…
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Letter writing is somewhat of a lost art form. E-mail, text messaging, and on-line chat have taken the place of friendly letters, passing notes in class, and pretty much all other types of informal written communication. Is there still a…
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So many times we take things that are important to us, for granted. We sometimes get caught up in our busy lives, and we forget to tell the people we are closest to, that we care, and that we really…
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The spoken word is full of power, as is the power of thought, Negative words steal our energy and our hope. We have a vocabulary of self talk, and that vocabulary can be positive, or negative. We can choose which…
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Whether you are one of the judges at a speech tournament or just trying to provide feedback on a class or work presentation, there are a handful of things to look for in a successful speech. If you know the…
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If you ask most people, one of the most exciting things to get is a personal, handwritten letter in the mail. Sadly, handwriting letters has become a bit of a lost art. Most people prefer emails, text messaging, Facebook, or…
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You can become a better communication today! Anthony Robbins once observed: “The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives.” Good communication skills is important, not only in our interpersonal relationships but also…
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The best way to stay positive is to recognise how using negative language can pull you into a bad mood and keep you there. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) teaches people that they can change their behaviour if they are aware…
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Meddling, it’s going to happen to you eventually. Meddling literally means intruding. It can be described as ‘sticking your nose in other people’s business’, or ‘butting in’. You may think of the meddling mother-in-law, the nosy neighbor, the know-it-all co-worker…
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Communication – a revolution of the population with different points of view. For some people it’s very easy, for some it’s almost impossible. Communication is an art that takes alot of concentration and requires an understanding of those who you…
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Improving your communication skills is the key to having fulfilling relationships. No matter what relationship we are talking about, having clear, honest and open communications will increase your chances of success in the long run. In order to improve your…
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Writing an effective letter is already a hard enough task in itself, one that must be taken with care and thought, but writing an effective love letter is three times as hard. Why? Because when dealing with love letters, there…
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