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There are many factors that go into play when we begin thinking about asking for someone else’s opinion, help, or advice; and I’m sure many of us can relate to what I’m about to write. I once heard “People only listen because they know it’s their turn to talk next.” That in itself [...]
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You know those moments where it seems like someone should say something, but nobody does, creating an energy of anxious anticipation. I find those moments humorous because I enjoy the peace when it comes to social silence.
Conversations are an interesting thing. One of my biggest irritations is being stuck in a conversation I have [...]
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-”I don’t see it that way, but I certainly appreciate your point.” -This is a phrase I have found myself recently using. In a conversation where I’m being sold a view based on a world were symptoms are the problem, I find myself in total disagreement and complete appreciation of another’s opinion. In my response, [...]
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When you find yourself in a situation where there is the potential to help someone for an extended period of time, consider the following.
First: Define within your capacity to help. Understand what you can or cannot do.
Second: Set standards that respect both parties, and communicate this understanding thoroughly.
Third: Follow through with honesty towards self. Don’t [...]
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Sometimes we become uncomfortable discussing personal growth or positive change in our conversations with others; personally I believe this is because it challenges us and presents opportunities for change, and in a world that desires ignorance, judgments, and indecision this is not an acceptable approach to life.
Because of this, conversations are used not for growth [...]
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