...
“Every act of communication is a miracle of translation.”  ~  Ken Liu .

This week we are diving into Communication Skills. The importance of practicing this skill, how we can improve, and how becoming a better listener plays a big role.
two women talking and sitting on a couch

Table of Contents

The Idea of the Week

This first article is an important look at the listening side of Communication. How can we become intentional, active listeners? 

Active Listening Using the Listening Cycle

The next two articles are dealing with Communication within romantic relationships. The first talks about pitfalls while the second talks about the antidotes to those. 

The Four Horseman: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness and Stonewalling

The Four Horseman: The Antidotes

Practice of the Week

If looking for ways to practice your conversational skills, this is a great resrouce. This article includes a 30 min podcast. 
Learn Asserive Communication in 5 Simple Steps

Resources of the Week

If you want to continue your reading and take an even deeper dive, we have a list of books about Communication Skills that you may be interested in. 

Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations That Matter by Will Wise and Chad Littlefield

Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication by Oren Jay Sofer

4 Essential Keys to Effective Communication In Love, Life, Work – Anywhere by Bento C. Leal III


The News of the Week

The 14th Annual Tapping World Summit is happening now!

Don’t miss out on an incredible opportunity to make your health and wellness a priority and learn step-by-step how Tapping can release stress and boost your health, happiness and confidence!
This is a totally FREE event!  Register HERE

The Thought of the Week

Wishing you a peaceful week!

Facebook
Twitter

How about a little sunshine in your inbox?

Subscribe for weekly mental health tips.  Also, get our FREE EFT Tapping tutorial PDF!

How about a little sunshine in your inbox?

Leave a Comment

You must be logged in to post a comment.

Appointment Request

Congratulations on taking this step!

We look forward to working with you!

Breathing Space Psychotherapy logo includes the triskelion symbol with 3 waving lines in the middle. The logo's color is green.

Contact Us

Seraphinite AcceleratorOptimized by Seraphinite Accelerator
Turns on site high speed to be attractive for people and search engines.