Top athletes only want to win a competition when it is fair. They don’t want to cheat. It is less fun to win if the other person is injured, or hampered in some way. They all want to thrive and shine and win only when they are on level playing field. Are you interested in and able to creating relationships that are played out on a level playing field—or do you prefer to get your way no matter what?
Read MoreThe work of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is often misunderstood. The title of the work itself is confusing to many. However confusing the title is, the value and benefits of the work itself is crystal clear. Here are 5 simple practices you can weave in to your relationships to make them even better.
Read MoreWhen you want more intimacy and connection in your relationship what do you do? Do you ask your partner for more intimacy? How do you ask? Sometimes the people we are partnered with —as unbelievable as it might be to you, actually don’t understand what you mean when you ask for things.
Read MoreHow often do you begin a sentence declaring what you don’t think? Do you even notice if you say this? I’m not sure how, or even precisely when it began, and I have shifted my thinking, my speaking and my writing to reflect what I do think. Here’s why it is important.
Read MoreDo you celebrate when someone says no when you ask them for something? If you don’t you are likely creating more tension or resentment in your relationships than need to be there. Read on to learn how to free yourself from having to hear a yes. Build trust and freedom and care into your relationships. It is simpler than you might think.
Read MoreBlessings to all of you moms who are doing the hard work of raising the next generation. I’m sure you are navigating this role with the incredible mindfulness required to enjoy the tasks asked of you on a daily basis. This is a story about the rest of us. It my mother’s day tale.
Read MoreHave you ever heard someone say this? I have. This is an example of sharing a thought as if it is the truth. As a listener, depending upon the situation I find it challenging to listen any further.
Read MoreFrom time to time, we find ourselves having a challenging conversation. Here’s a list of 10 skills to use to make the best of this difficult situation.
Read MoreCommunicating compassionately is not about being nice. It is about being honest and strong, and willing to bear the impact of your preferences and choices on the people you care about.
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