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Communication Modes: The Benefits of Being Assertive
August 23, 2010 .
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When we relate to others, there are three modes we can utilize. However, most of us probably predominantly behave and communicate in one of these modes. Submissive mode is a way of communicating ... Read More
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Barriers to Effective Communication
July 16, 2010 .
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Although communication plays the most crucial part in our relationships with the people in our lives, the average person does not communicate well. Problems with communication can lead ... Read More
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Communication and Arguments: “Being Right” vs. “Being in a Relationship”
April 29, 2010 .
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Fighting verbally is an integral part of any relationship. Put at least two people together in the same place for a long period of time, and they’ll fight eventually. If someone tells ... Read More
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Helping People with Difficult Conversations
April 12, 2010 .
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In much of our work with people, we coach and encourage them to communicate difficult feelings and thoughts to others. What I mean by difficult are a range of verbal expressions of feelings ... Read More
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Nurturing Understanding: Building Skills for Better Communication
February 3, 2010 .
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Relationships are precious and help us form a sense of who we are. Even though we may have differing viewpoints, relationships can be happy, wonderful, and fulfilling if we can feel nurtured, ... Read More
