“No” is one of those words that is easy to pronounce, but difficult to say. Are you the kind of person that likes to be there for family members and friends whenever and wherever possible? Does your giving nature sometimes leave you feeling taken advantage of? You can retain your generous essence while defending your [...]
In the last Blog posting, I talked about the Power of Praise and how exchanging genuine compliments helps strengthen family relationships. While many family members enjoy offering positive feedback to loved ones, often these same people find it difficult to be on the receiving end of heartfelt compliments.
If you find it a challenge to accept [...]
Everyone knows how good it feels to receive a compliment, but did you know that giving compliments can actually help strengthen a relationship? It is a human need to receive affirmative feedback and an important skill for family members to be able to communicate compliments and positive regard to one another.
To hone the power of [...]
“Is that any way to talk to your mother?”
Sounds familiar? If your father was anything like mine, you may have heard this phrase (or one like it) quite often as a child. Score one for your parents if they actively and purposefully established rules for respectful communication in your household.
The communication styles children develop at home are the template for interpersonal relationships throughout their lifetime. Parents who teach their children to express emotions respectfully and assertively lay a foundation for healthy socialization and successful relationships.
