Effective Communiction

The Art of Holding Space for Others

Have you ever had someone just listen to you without offering advice or judgment? It can be an incredibly healing experience. This...

7 Tips for Communication that Fosters Emotional Intelligence

As humans, we rely heavily on communication. Unfortunately, the ways we communicate are not always the most effective or emotionally...

How to Survive Holiday Visits with In-Laws You Can't Stand

The holidays are a time for family, friends, and lots of good food. But if you don't get along with your in-laws, the holiday season can...

3 Tips to Help You Evaluate Your Listening Skills

Most people think that listening is a passive activity. They believe that all you have to do is sit there and wait for the other person...

Why Being Assertive Is Challenging and What to Do About It

Being assertive—standing up for yourself and your needs while respectfully considering the needs of others—isn't always easy. It can be...

How to Strengthen Your Partnership By Applying Emotional Intelligence

You wake up one day and are older, wiser, and different. You desire new goals, experiences, and surroundings. When you roll over and see...

How an Emotional Intelligence Deficiency Prevents Us from Being Effective Communicators

The foundation of effective communication is first in understanding ourselves and, second, in knowing and empathizing with the person or...

Emotional Projection: What It Can Tell You About Yourself and Others

Projection: is the process of displacing one’s feelings onto a different person, animal, or object. Many of us perceive others as we...