Say “Yes, and”
Ever feel like you’re stuck in a never-ending disagreement with someone? You want to move forward. You want to make progress. You want to make a decision that works for you both. And yet, you feel like you’re on opposite sides and going nowhere fast. Maybe “Yes, and”...
Having Tough Conversations
Do you dread having tough conversations? A close friend of mine told me about a conversation she needed to have with her mother-in-law. Grandma was giving my friend’s children overly expensive and elaborate gifts for major occasions like birthdays and Christmas, while...
How to Resolve Conflict in a Healthy Way
Conflict happens everyday. While we tend to focus on the negative side of this scenario, conflict isn’t necessarily a bad thing. If it’s resolved in a positive way, relationships can grow stronger because the people involved have a better understanding and acceptance...
Emotional Intelligence and Communication
Ever wonder what someone else is thinking? Upping your “EI,” or emotional intelligence, can help you figure it out and help you have a productive conversation about whatever is bothering them. You know something is up with this other person. They’re acting “funny.”...
Being Assertive: The First Step
What’s the turning point in being assertive? It’s deciding that the risk of putting yourself out there and asking for what you really need is less scary than the regret of never asking at all. At some point, the fear that once was so paralyzing becomes…manageable. Not...Get “7 Tips for Handling Difficult Situations at Work”
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