Relationships Archives

Problem-Solving in Communication: 3 Skills to Master

How does problem-solving in communication work? What skills do you need for conversational problem-solving? According to leadership expert Michael Bungay Stanier, problem-solving in communication is all about adopting a questions-first approach, which results in more productive solutions. By learning to think like a coach, you can let your curiosity lead the way when faced with a problem, says Stanier. Read on to learn Stanier’s three essential skills for problem-solving in communication.

How to Build a Supportive Personal Network

What is a personal network? Why is having a personal network important? A personal network consists of relationships with people who have similar issues and are supportive of one another. Everything Is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo discusses how a personal network can improve your life and push out the critics. Keep reading to learn how to ignore the critics and build a supportive environment.

Why Asking Questions Is Important (+Useful Techniques)

Why is asking questions important in communication? How can you ask better questions? According to leadership expert Michael Bungay Stanier, asking questions is important in all forms of communication because it helps you to avoid the advice-giving trap. In his book The Advice Trap, he explains the benefits of asking questions versus the drawbacks of offering suggestions. Read on to learn why asking questions is important, including Stanier’s tips for asking better questions.

Why Do Relationships End? Reasons Behind Break-Ups

Why do relationships end? How does self-justification lead to polarization? According to the book Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me), two people who start off sharing the same beliefs can become vastly different over time and lose empathy for each other through a pattern of self-justification. Keep reading to learn how extreme divergence in once similar people’s beliefs can cause relationships to end.

Dealing With Toxic People: Tips From a Psychiatrist

What’s the best way to deal with toxic people? How can you get through to someone who only responds to toxic, negative emotions? We’ve all encountered toxic people in our lives: drama queens who blow things out of proportion, bullies who thrive on provocation, or narcissists who only look out for their best interests. Each type of toxic trait requires a different strategy, but the main thing to keep in mind is not to let their behavior rub off you. Keep reading for tips for dealing with toxic people.

The Art of Seduction: Book Overview (Robert Greene)

What is Robert Greene’s The Art of Seduction about? What is the key message to take away from the book? In his book The Art of Seduction, Robert Greene offers insight into the psychology of attraction and provides a template for how to successfully entice lovers or devoted followers. According to Greene, we all want the power to seduce, whether we admit it or not. Below is a brief overview of The Art of Seduction by Robert Greene.

How to Seduce Someone: Create a Sense of Intrigue

How do you seduce someone? Is there a universal seduction technique that works on everyone? According to Robert Greene, the author of The Art of Seduction, the first step to seducing someone is to lure your “victim” or target by creating an air of intrigue about you. By creating a sense of intrigue, you’ll make your target invested in finding out more about you. With this in mind, here’s how to seduce someone, according to Robert Greene.

Why Does He Do That?: Book Overview & Takeaways

What is the book Why Does He Do That? about? What are the main takeaways of the book? In Why Does He Do That?, Lundy Bancroft breaks down the motivations and logic behind abusive behavior so victims know how to defend themselves. Ultimately, Bancroft hopes that readers will use his book to better assert their own humanity and independence. Read below for a brief overview of the Why Does He Do That? book.

What Is Considered Domestic Abuse? Meaning & Examples

What is considered domestic abuse? Is abuse deliberate? Lundy Bancroft’s book Why Does He Do That? explains why some men abuse their partners and defines domestic abuse. According to his definition, domestic abuse is more complex than many people think. Keep reading to learn what domestic abuse actually means.

Competitive Relationships: Why Do We Have Them?

Why do we enter competitive relationships? Or, why do some of our relationships become competitive? According to author Luke Burgis, most of our desires aren’t actually our own. In his book Wanting, he uses the theory of “mimetic desire” to explain how we mimic what others want or have, which can unknowingly lead us into competitive relationships. Read on to learn the psychological reasons why we enter competitive relationships, according to Burgis.