Category: misunderstandings
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‘Pebbling’ is Small Acts of Caring – What better Way to Show Respect?
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Pebbling’ describes small acts of caring which can enhance relationships – friendships, romantic, and even workplace. Great for making amends, too, when a misunderstanding throws things off track and someone takes something personally.
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Managing Misunderstandings – Honing Conflict Resolution Skills
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In my most recent interview with Prevention Magazine I share my ideas on the importance of making space for respectful and clear communication, how to not make assumptions and to not take things personally – in both personal and workplace relationships.
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Congressional Communication Breakdowns Replicate Troubled Couples
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The squabbling and dramatic goings-on in Congress lead to miscommunications lead to misunderstandings, hurt feelings, taking things personally, anger and resentment.
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Are You ‘Filling in the Blanks?’ Assuming the Worst? Feeling Rejected?
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We are so quick to ‘fill in the blanks’ and assume meaning of someone’s words or actions. This leads to feeling judged and rejected , taking things personally and to serious misunderstandings in personal and workplace communications. Quick and easy tips for clarifying someone’s meaning and intent.
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Relationship Spring Cleaning
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What better time than spring to clear out relationship clutter? Why not toss things you’ve been stockpiling? You could chuck misunderstandings. Donate hurt feelings. And give anger and resentment the heave-ho. By clearing out the resentment, you’ll be making room for respect, connection and enhanced communication.