The QUICK formula makes talking to strangers easy
Psychologist Gillian Sandstrom’s QUICK formula gives shy people three ways to talk to strangers: questions, common ground, and kindness. See how it works.
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Make requests, not demands
Early in my marriage, conversations with my spouse often left me feeling resentful and unappreciated. I couldn’t understand why my…
Responding to your partner’s bids
Want a stronger, closer relationship with your partner? The secret lies in how you respond to their bids for emotional…
8 phrases to show empathy and strengthen your relationships
Emotional intelligence is the secret sauce that allows us to navigate complex emotions, build meaningful connections, and thrive personally and…
The art of respectful disagreement
Bridging divides through empathy In an age of polarization and echo chambers, it’s increasingly common to encounter people whose beliefs…
Reflect on your relationship conflicts
A simple exercise to strengthen your relationship bond Relationships are complex shared experiences, mutual understanding and inevitable conflicts. While disagreements…
The best way to understand people is to listen to them
About the author Ralph G. Nichols (1907-2005) earned his title as “The Father of Listening” through four decades of groundbreaking…
“Tell me more”: The 3 words that transforms a difficult conversation
Saying “Tell me more” is one of the most powerful tools for turning difficult conversations into moments of genuine connection…