Posts Tagged 'communication'

Aug

23

Parenting Corner – My son hates camp

Q. My son is at overnight camp for two weeks and after 3 days wants to come home. He is totally miserable but I think it’s important he stick it out, while my husband wants to let him come home. What do we do?

A. Great question! This is a …

Aug

21

Purposeful parenting

Purposeful parenting involves setting–and enforcing–standards.…

Aug

7

Asking is not confrontation

It’s important to understand that confrontation is what you bring to a conversation; it doesn’t already exist there.…

Jul

31

How to be more direct when it’s not natural for you

If you find yourself using passive phrases (if you could, maybe, if it’s not too much trouble, etc.) when asking a question, you need to learn how to be more direct in a way that is natural for you. …

Jul

24

Ask for what you want at work

Don’t assume your boss or co-workers know what you want. Be specific and ask!…

Jul

17

Be specific about what you want

When you’re asking questions, learn to be specific about what you ask so you get the answer you need.…

Jul

10

Owning your truth

It’s important in relationships to learn to stand in your truth and own your feelings.…

Jul

9

In the Office – Caught in the middle

Q:  I work with a small team and two of my colleagues don’t get along. They don’t say anything to each other but instead come to me.  I want to help, but I feel like I end up taking sides or I’m caught in the middle.  What do I …

Jul

3

Teaching children how to communicate

It’s important to give your children the space to be honest with how they feel, even if it’s hard to hear. Learn tips for creating an open space for communication in your home.…

Jun

28

Parenting Corner – I want my kids to get along!

Q:  My adult children are constantly arguing with each other during family gatherings.  I don’t know what I did wrong; all I want is for them to get along. What can I do?

A:  Great question! It’s natural for parents to want their children to “get along” but unfortunately it’s …