Communication

Escaping the Drama

The Drama Triangle, with its roles of **victim, persecutor, and rescuer**, creates a cycle of dysfunction where no one truly wins, but by shifting to the Empowerment Triangle, we can foster growth, creativity, and positive change, with the roles of **creator, challenger, and coach**.

Why Pausing Isn’t Optional

Mastering Mindful Communication We’ve all had those moments of impulsive reactions, where emotions take the wheel and lead to regrettable words or actions. It’s a common human experience, rooted in our primal instincts to fight, flight, or freeze. However, in today’s complex social interactions, these instinctual responses can often hinder effective communication. The key to […]

Beyond the Surface

Responding to Emotional Outbursts In my previous post, we explored the importance of acknowledging and naming our emotions accurately. Today, I’m shifting our focus to how we receive and respond to the emotions of others. Facing the Outpouring Few of us relish being on the receiving end of a verbal outburst, whether it’s anger, frustration, […]

Why More Precise Language Helps

Understanding Your Emotions We often resort to broad terms like “happy,” “sad,” and “angry” to describe our emotions. While these labels offer a basic understanding, they fail to capture the nuances of our emotional experiences. By employing more precise language, we can gain deeper insights into ourselves, communicate more effectively, and negotiate life’s challenges with […]

Don’t Get Defensive, Get Defective

How to Turn Feedback into Your Superpower In my last blog post, I wrote about giving feedback and how to make it useful and to the point.  In today’s piece I want to look at the other side of the coin: how to receive feedback or criticism.  This includes performance reviews at work, critiques from […]

The Judgement Trap

Why Curiosity is the Key to Stronger Relationships Have you ever felt misunderstood by someone close to you? Or maybe you’ve been on the other side, judging a friend’s decision without fully understanding their perspective. We all fall into the trap of judgement sometimes, but it can be a real barrier to strong, healthy relationships. […]

The Importance of Good Communication in All Aspects of Life

Effective communication is the cornerstone of human interaction. Whether it’s in the workplace, business, management, personal relationships, or any other domain, good communication is essential for success and fulfillment. In this article, we will explore why mastering the art of communication is crucial in all areas of life. Workplace Communication In the workplace, clear and […]

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