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You’ve probably had something like this happen to you: a friend, co-worker, or family member begins talking politics. You quickly realize that your views or opinions are squarely on the opposite side of the issue. What do you do? I think you have a couple of options:...
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The man who worked at the hotel was saying nice things – “It’s been great getting to know you and your family, I hope you’ve enjoyed your time here, my team and I wish you all the best.” He was smiling. His tone was pleasant. His body language was open. So...
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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”...
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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...
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How do you feel about silence? If you’re like most of us, silence makes us uncomfortable. In our daily lives, we’re inundated with sound. I recently found myself waiting for my car at the local mechanic, and I was amazed at the amount of sound in the lounge area....
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There are some communication dangers you want to avoid. And sometimes, they’re sneaky and lurking just out of sight. For instance, you may be thinking everything is going swimmingly in a conversation. Meanwhile, a hidden danger lurking just below the surface...
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