Category: Communication

The 2 “T”s That Instantly Make or Break Every Conversation

Most conversations fail for these two reasons. Here’s how you can fix both in under one minute.

In the article “The 2 ‘T’s That Instantly Make or Break Every Conversation,” the author discusses two essential elements—tone and timing—that significantly impact the success of conversations. The piece emphasizes how the way we say things (tone) can either foster connection or create misunderstandings, while the timing of our responses and comments is crucial for maintaining engagement and ensuring the message is received positively. The article provides practical tips on how to improve both aspects in under one minute, ultimately enhancing communication effectiveness.

Go to the source: The 2 “T”s That Instantly Make or Break Every Conversation

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6 Signs You’re With the “Right” Person

Do you believe in soulmates? Discover six signs you’re in a relationship with someone highly compatible in how you love each other. Source: 6 Signs You’re With the “Right” Person

 

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Communication Equals Better Sex

Sex can be much better when it is talked about, explained, and demonstrated. Source: Communication Equals Better Sex

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The Critical Importance of Feeling Known and Understood

Satisfaction is strongly influenced by how well we feel our partners know us. Source: The Critical Importance of Feeling Known and Understood

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The Number One Reason Why Relationships Fall Apart

People can outgrow their partners if one person is not growing or changing. Source: The Number One Reason Why Relationships Fall Apart

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How to Spend Quality Time Together on a Date

A picnic in the park or a casual stroll with coffee or tea are two popular ways. Source: How to Spend Quality Time Together on a Date

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12 New Year’s Resolutions For Couples To Make Together

Make your relationship even better in 2024! Source: 12 New Year’s Resolutions For Couples To Make Together

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Curating What Fills Your Mind Can Shape Your Resilience

The author writes “Being resilient means you have already come through “many dangers, toils and snares.” Hopefully, you will become stronger, more mature, and compassionate. Being resilient means you have successfully broken through the darkness you confronted.

This means you have light to offer others, too. You have insights to share that can help someone else avoid an error you made yourself. Maybe you can calm someone’s fear as they face a procedure you had yourself.

Share the light. Share the wisdom life has taught you. You may well be someone’s answered prayer.”

That is the very purpose of this website — to share the light and wisdom through curation and occasionally, creation. I could just bookmark this content and keep it to myself by I share it here (and automagically to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X) in hopes that just one other person might stumble upon it and benefit from it. Go to the source: Curating What Fills Your Mind Can Shape Your Resilience

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3 Rules for Managing Expectations in a Relationship

Me? I try not to have them. Unhealthy expectations are the fodder for future resentments. If you are going to have them, here’s how to successfully discuss each partner’s expectations. Source: 3 Rules for Managing Expectations in a Relationship

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Fierce Conversations by Susan Scott

In this Fierce Conversations summary, you’ll learn the 7 principles of fierce conversations, to authentically address challenging problems and improve outcomes in all aspects of life. Go to the source: Book Summary – Fierce Conversations (Susan Scott)

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100 Percent of Couples Have Conflict. This Could Help.

A strategy that can be a game-changer for managing conflict. Source: 100 Percent of Couples Have Conflict. This Could Help.

Liz Fosslein
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3 Ways to Better Understand Your Emotions

Naming them is an important first step. Go to the source to learn more about how to use this tool: 3 Ways to Better Understand Your Emotions

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Sinead O’Connor’s Legacy: The Art of Being Yourself

Why we curate attention yet resist being our authentic self. Source: Sinead O’Connor’s Legacy: The Art of Being Yourself

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In our minds

We don’t really hear what people say. We imagine what they mean. Byron Katie

Source: In our minds

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Why Doesn’t My Spouse Listen?

When stressed, people are physically incapable of hearing each other. Source: Why Doesn’t My Spouse Listen?

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Why Does My Partner Only Hear Criticism?

Andrew Marshall writes “If you love someone and they love you, shouldn’t you be able to tell them if something they do upsets you? It is a beautiful thought and something I’m sure most people would agree on.

But how can you do it in a loving way—a way that won’t be heard as criticism? Having spent 35 years listening to couples arguing, I have also had plenty of opportunities to think about how to turn this ambition into a reality.” Source: Why Does My Partner Only Hear Criticism?

First, I’m not a mental health professional but I’m surprised to find an article that addresses this issue without mentioning confirmation bias or non-violent communication. Let’s look into those ideas in hopes it will add to the original article.

Continue reading “Why Does My Partner Only Hear Criticism?” →
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Why “Mansplaining” Might Not Be What You Think It Is

An often impulsive mislabelling of poor cross-sex mindreading. Source: Why “Mansplaining” Might Not Be What You Think It Is

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What’s up With Americans and Nudity?

LOL. That was a real click bait title for me! I’m sharing this content for a couple of unrelated reasons: first, Feli from Germany is one of my favorite YouTubers because I love all things German but I especially love her perspective on all things German. Second, in this video she shares information about a great product called Ground News (trailer follows). Kudos, Feli, for all the great work you do!

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Why are INFJ and ENFJ Men So Rare?

“The ENFJ and INFJ men who do exist can take comfort in knowing that their unique set of caring and nurturing traits are needed badly everywhere.”

Why are INFJ and ENFJ Men So Rare?

Research tells us that just 2.8 percent of all men are either INFJs or ENFJs. This is a super-low percentage, revealing that the NFJ set of personality characteristics is only rarely measured among men who take the Myers-Briggs personality typing system test. Source: Why are INFJ and ENFJ Men So Rare?

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Understanding Defensiveness As A Coping Skill

Why Do We Get Defensive?

Defensiveness can mean trying to counter or deny criticisms in areas where you feel sensitive, afraid, guilty, or deceitful. In some cases, defensiveness may arise if you felt the need to use specific coping skills in childhood or adolescence to survive, and those skills were helpful at the time. As an adult, however, defensiveness may no longer serve you. Additionally, defensive habits may cause difficulties in pushing others away or communicating. Source: Understanding Defensiveness As A Coping Skill | BetterHelp

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Behold the power of art!

Had you heard that Banksy is in Ukraine? NPR reports “Banksy’s work, which the artist posted on Instagram Friday to 11.2 million followers, features a gymnast balancing on a pile of rubble with her hands”. Go to the source: A new Banksy mural adorns a destroyed building in Ukraine

Here are some examples:

Rubble into art
Victory in dance
This one is my favorite. Putin has a black belt in Judo. The message is unmistakable!
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