Soo important – at work and home. Important to listen to adults and children with extra attention and without interruption. Test yourself! Say back what you hear to be sure it’s correct and then respond or don’t. Older children can “play” this as a game scoring points. If you -your couple- family or work need … More Are you an Active Listener?
Tune in to this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, as Hilary interviews Eileen Lichtenstein, CEO of Balance & Power, Inc. and author of “SOAR! with Resilience: The Interactive Book for Overcoming Obstacles & Achieving Success” Eileen offers listeners key tips and takeaways for effective communication at home and at work. Walk away from this … More How to Become a Better Communicator
Some signs of a healthy relationship include: ~Feeling good around that person. ~Feeling safe saying how you feel. ~You listen to each other ~You feel valued. ~You feel trust. ~You do not insult each other, even when you disagree. I’m not going into unsafe signs here. If you’re not sure…you may call me for a … More How is your relationship?
10 Tips to Infuse Happiness into Your Life in 2020! By doing these activities, your spirits will be lifted and you will be in a more positive mindset, so you may reap the benefits in performance, productivity, creativity and focus in addition to more effective communication and relationships! These tips are tried and true! 1. Listen … More 2020 Vision: Stay Clear!
Be an active listener – while being patient (waiting with a positive attitude) and when what is said by the other has offended you, if you feel is an untruth and/or feel bullied, do not react. If possible, respond calmly without blaming, or walk away. Easier said than done; especially for highly sensitive people (often an extremely positive quality). … More Learn to Listen, Be Patient and Don’t Take anything Personally
Confidence helps us to interact more decisively, in healthier ways in our relationships and helps keep us from overreacting. Take time to affirm your value and worth as a person to help you feel stronger and better about yourself. Since others only treat you the way you allow them to, developing a stronger sense of self-esteem … More Self Confidence for Great Relationships!
How do you feel when an understanding friend quietly listens to you with love and sincere interest? This may be the polarity of how it felt when you were really upset about something, began to share, and the “listener” shut you off or interrupted to give you suggestions. A person who listens with loving interest … More Communicating Effectively at Home & Work = Great Relationships!
Be an active listener – while being patient (waiting with a positive attitude) and when what is said by the other has offended you, if you feel is an untruth and/or feel bullied, do not react. If possible, respond calmly without blaming, or walk away. Easier said than done; especially for highly sensitive people (often an extremely positive quality). … More Learn to Listen and Don’t Take anything Personally
There is no reason to let a difficult person or situation have power over your state of being. … More Honest, Clear Communication for Dealing with Difficult People
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