The Truth Can Hurt . . .Honesty is one of your most valuable virtues, however, when used without discretion, it can reap unfavorable repercussions.
Mindful Awareness. Be fully involved in the moment—right now! Developing this ability instills a sixth sense for navigating connections. Be intentional and thoughtful; listen and care.
Finding the right time is like discovering a social portal which opens a gate for others to receive your message and get you. You only get one chance to make a first impression and if the gate begins...
Free Flowing DialogueHave you ever been engaged in a conversation which was so dynamic that you were both firing on all cylinders, in perfect harmony and at warp speed?
What is acceptable on a personal level is very different from what is acceptable on a business level. When we utilize touch well, we can elevate our presentation, demonstrate respect, and convey confi...
Being a conversational chameleon allows you to do that. One day I may be speaking to the CEO of a global company and the next to my four-year-old nephew. Just as you would not talk to your eighty-year...
In his book, The Four Agreements, Miguel’s Ruiz encourages us to not take things personally; people behave for their reasons, not ours. Our personality differences and life experiences shape how we pe...
The Gift of GabShe continued by saying, Many people dismiss small talk as being a waste of time. If you think small talk is not worthy of your time you are making a big mistake. It is actually one of...
The concept is made even more fascinating when you consider it as a psychological spectrum. Imagine a sliding scale of personalities that range from being an introvert to an extrovert and placing ambi...
Getting into SyncPeople feel the most comfortable with and gravitate more quickly to the people with whom they are the most alike. You will receive your best results by seeking first to understand and...
Conversational ChameleonWe know that chameleons are lizards who are famous for their ability to change their colors and fit in as their environments require. This ability enables them to change themse...
When in doubt, give it out. Regardless of what is happening in your life, there is always someone else worse off that needs your help.
Review and reread your work before you hit send, post, or publish. Thankfully, many of the social media channels allow you to edit what you have created after they have been posted. However, there wil...
How's your humor? What can you do to have more humorous lines to use in the right place at the right time? I highly recommend it! Laughter is the best medicine indeed. Not only will you enjoy the expe...
Dignity is pride’s barometer.
People love to talk about themselves. When you provide them with an opening and a platform for them to do so, you will be amazed by how your conversations can blossom.
I love to read. However, there have been times when certain books did not resonate with me because the timing was off kilter. Their lessons fell flat because their messages were not pertinent, relevan...
Delicious DialogueWe’ve all known the proverbial conversation hog who dominates a discussion and pays little notice to another person’s input. They’re so busy talking about themselves, we can barely s...
We all want to be happy and feel valued. We want love, connection, respect, confidence, health, vitality, passion, kindness, and success. When you generously provide these emotions for others, you act...
Not everyone is always going to like you. What impresses one person may turn another away. To thine own self be true.