If you say, "tell the truth," many people will associate it with offending people. However, the truth is positive, and it would be best to always have access to it. Why then has it become a vehicle to attack...
Communicating effectively isn't always simple. There tend to be more assumptions and misunderstandings than clear messages and accurate interpretations. That's why Marshall Rosenberg created empathetic communication, also known as Nonviolent Communication (NVC). (more…)
It doesn't matter how many people you know or how many friends you have on social media. What's truly important is what the people around you mean to you. What are they worth to you? Numbers don't matter because you...
When someone criticizes you, you usually see it as a personal attack. It feels like an offensive comment that can sometimes even be embarrassing, painful, and uncomfortable. That's why it's so hard to respond to criticism so much of the...
Psychologists have the job of studying people's behavior. They help people understand their problems by interpreting their thoughts and emotions. They listen to the meaning and significance of what their patients tell them. (more…)
There is no parenting manual that will work for every single parent in the world. But there are certain general guidelines that can serve as your trusty compass if you want to have a good relationship with your children....
What would life be without friends! Without that support when we're sad... that laughter with the power to turn an ordinary day into an unforgettable memory. Friends are wonderful, and there are different types of friends that play different...
Do you know how to listen to people? Or do you just hear the words coming out of their mouth, missing the real meaning? Active listening is imperative for good interpersonal communication. (more…)
Yes, listening is an art. After all, not everyone knows how to do it. Plus, staying silent until the other person stops talking is not the same as listening. Thinking about what you're going to say while the other person...
All of us are capable of letting our inner light shine if we explore our inner-selves with awareness. Each human being is a wealth of wisdom. However, many people don't allow everything they learn to shine through. (more…)