Hearing What’s Needed
When you hear it, make sure you understand what is meant, in that particular case.
Do You Want To Properly Connect With Others?
By 'connect' I mean find a space where you can understand each other. As you watch this video, stick with it. It is more than it appears to be.
Well-Formed Questions are Quality Questions
Quality questions are well-formed questions. That means they do the job you need them to do by eliciting constructive responses and carrying the conversation forward, rather than round in circles.
Learning to Argue Properly
Most arguments cannot be 'won', yet many people still spend a lot of time doing it. Forget 'clearing the air' or 'bringing things to a head', neither should be necessary in the first place.
Pay Attention if You Want to Listen Effectively
Most or us are only average listeners. Improving your skills and becoming a great listener, you'll soon begin to notice other, more tangible benefits:
If Arguments Are Unavoidable, Do It Right.
An argument are generally seen as destructive, though some people say the they 'clear the air'. Whatever your view, disputes are unavoidable so learning to argue effectively can mean a lot of heartache can be avoided.
I Speak to My Dog in Another Language
We have a kind of special relationship, he thinks I'm the alpha dog, and so he's loyal.
Is ‘Time for Yourself’ Really the Answer?
People often say they want it, but, as they say, be careful about what you wish for. To be on the safe side – just in case you do manage to get the space you need – it's a good idea to think ahead and plan for it.
“I Just Need a Hug.”
A plaintive cry of powerlessness, a genuine plea for understanding, an expression of pain... or something else. How you say it and who you say it to are probably more important than saying it at all.
Empathy Means ‘I know nothing’
Empathy is a core element in Emotional Intelligence, and most of us assume we can empathise. But how do you tell what someone else is feeling? We often get it wrong.
