Whether you’re talking to a spouse, a partner, a child, a supervisor, or a friend, communication is the key to a successful relationship. But there’s so much more to conversation than the words you speak. Your tone, your inflection, and your body language all play a role. Possibly the most important, though, is the intention […]
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Whether you’re talking to a spouse, a partner, a child, a supervisor, or a friend, communication is the key to a successful relationship. But there’s so much more to conversation than the words you speak. Your tone, your inflection, and your body language all play a role. Possibly the most important, though, is the intention
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Somewhere between being polite and getting walked on by bossy friends or co-workers is a comfortable place to make your voice heard. Whether you are gunning for a promotion at work, interjecting creative insight for a presentation, or simply wanting Chinese food instead of Mexican when deciding where to go for dinner, communicating confidently is
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The Wellness Universe believes a happy, healthy, healed human leads to a better community, a better world, and ultimately to world peace. The Wellness Universe introduces you to conduits of empowerment, change, and healing as we feature our community members who are here to support your happiest, best version of you! Today’s featured member is
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I can live for two months on a good compliment. – Mark Twain Take a moment to do this “thought” exercise on giving and receiving compliments. Recall the last time you gave a personal non-surface, genuine compliment? How did it feel to give a deeper more personal compliment and how did the other person respond?
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The Wellness Universe presents Resilience for Harmony: Tools, Tips, and Exercises for Well-being, produced, created, and hosted by Leah Skurdal, featuring esteemed speakers in the self-care industry: Carol Pilkington, Carolyn McGee, Debbie Prediger, Nicole Batiste, and David McLeod sharing self-care resources and how to fortify your resilience. Introducing Featured Resilience Speaker Carol Pilkington Part 1/5
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“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” ― George Bernard Shaw Are you really good at maintaining a calm and positive mindset when your buttons are being pushed? Let’s face it, everyone loses their cool sometimes. How do you communicate constructively when you are upset? Do you know what
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Imagine if you were healthier just from a few extra chuckles a day? Here are some reasons to laugh more and how you can create the space in your life to incorporate some good ol’ belly laughs, giggles, and rip-roaring moments. Physical health benefits of laughter Boosts immunity Lowers stress hormones Decreases pain Relaxes your
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The cars in front of me were driving slowly in a convoy along the country road. Today they did not seem to be in a hurry. “For goodness’ sake, get a move on!” I grumbled out loud “at this rate, I will never get to see my children!” A mixture of anger and desperation arose
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Years ago, I took an intensive family therapy course, which involved me (the learning family therapist) being observed through a two-way mirror, while simultaneously being a therapist for a family and receiving verbal input through an earbud. Communication was, of course, a big issue for family therapists, who needed to communicate clearly themselves and also
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