Understanding the Difference Between Reaction and Response
1. Definitions: Reaction vs. Response What is a Reaction? Let’s kick things off with the definition of a reaction.[…]
Finding Peace in the Middle of Conflict
Understanding Conflict What Is Conflict? Conflict is something we all encounter in various forms throughout our lives—at home, work,[…]
The Gift of Being Fully Heard and Understood
Hey there! Today, I want to dive into something that’s super close to my heart—the incredible gift of being[…]
Why It’s Important to Communicate Even When It’s Hard
Building Trust and Understanding Establishing a Safe Space When I think about communication, the first thing that pops into[…]
Healing Conversations: Turning Pain into Understanding
Understanding the Nature of Pain Defining Pain When I talk about pain, I mean both emotional and physical experiences[…]
Building a Love Language Through Communication
Understanding the Five Love Languages Words of Affirmation Words matter. Let me tell you, when I discovered how impactful[…]
How to Be More Present in Conversations with Your Partner
Listen Actively Put Away Distractions We live in a world brimming with distractions; every ding from our phone can[…]
Why Timing Matters in Difficult Discussions
Understanding the Situation Observing the Moment When diving into the realm of difficult discussions, I’ve learned that the first[…]
How to Recognize When You’re Talking Past Each Other
Understanding Your Own Perspective Recognize Your Biases One of the biggest hurdles in any conversation is recognizing your own[…]
Developing a Communication Rhythm that Works for Both of You
Understanding Each Other’s Communication Styles Recognizing Differences One of the first lessons I’ve learned in communication is that everyone[…]
