Category Archives: Communication

A Plan for Zero Arguments

Too many emotionally upsetting interactions? Cease having these upsets with a plan for prevention. Here's how.

“I Didn’t Do It!” Denial, Lying, or Anosognosia?

Do you know someone who has trouble admitting when they have made mistakes? Or acknowledging hostile behavior, such as speaking in an irritated tone and even outright anger? This may be why.

“Just Listen To Me!”… Is This a Mistaken Request?

This advice may be common but it's still bad advice. Here's what folks really want when they try to talk over a problem with a friend, spouse or even a therapist.

10 Things to Say to Generate Good Feelings

Pay attention to how much you radiate good vibes. Like sunshine on flowers, positivity makes you feel better and makes you more attractive to others.

10 Ways to Feel Closer to Those Closest to You

Want to feel more connected with your friends, kids and partner? First, cut out any negatives you do like criticizing or getting irritable. Then ...

12 Relationship Questions College Kids Want Answered

How would you answer this student journalist's relationship questions?

5 Essentials for Close Relationships—and for a Reunified U.S.

Specific attitudes predict success in friendships, couples, and families. The same attitudes, if utilized by leaders, can build strong cities and countries.

5 Tips for Being the Parent All Teens Would Love to Have

Be the dumbest one in the room — plus four more surprising but highly effective parenting strategies.

6 Safe Sentence-Starters For Sensitive Discussions

Feeling like your voice does not get taken seriously? It's frustrating to feel ignored. Here's six effective sentence-starters, for use at home or work.

6 Ways to Take the Sting Away When You Receive Criticism

Do you squirm when you've made mistakes and now see criticism coming your way? Tighten up with anxiety? Feel tempted to counterpunch? Here's five better post-mistake strategies.