Category Archives: Communication

Stress in Relationships: 10 Sources and Their Antidotes

Stressful circumstances inevitably, from time to time, land on every couple's doorstep. It's what happens next that makes stress either shrink or grow.

Success Can Breed the Narcissism of “Tall Man Syndrome”

Craving attention? Addicted to being the best? Why do folks who are extra-smart, tall, athletic, good-looking, or wealthy have higher rates of behaving like narcissists?

Sexual Intercourse and Talking Together: What’s the Same?

What could sex and talking together possibly have in common? Lots....

Should You Use This Word? It Decreases Your Effectiveness

There is a common yet all-too-potent word that can profoundly undermine you. It also can antagonize others. Fortunately, there's tricks for eliminating it from your vocabulary.

Skip the Criticism Altogether. Give Feedback Instead.

The notion of constructive criticism is bogus. Criticism stings. Instead, give feedback. That's more useful and generally painless. Can you tell the difference? Here's three examples to test out your ear.

Solve Tough Dilemmas With the Win-Win Waltz

To settle conflicts with resolutions you both feel good about, use this worksheet to guide you through the three steps of the "win-win waltz." You can both always be right.

Relationship Problems: What Resources Can Help?

When all looks lost in a relationship, what resources can you turn to that are likely to make a difference? And which kinds of help are most useful when?

Needless Angers: Can They Be Eliminated?

Whether it's low-level irritation or high-intensity rage, speaking or acting in anger can poison relationships. Fortunately, this simple system can end needless anger.

No Way Jose Will I Go With You To Therapy!

There's many ways to get marriage help, with or without the participation of your spouse. Here's three options for fixing marriage problems on your own.

Not Getting Your Concerns Heard? Try These 5 Tools

Want to become more effective when someone you love, or someone you work with, keeps doing something that bugs you?