My heart is heavy this morning. As I lay here in my favorite spot on the couch – which is, also, everyone else’s favorite spot for some reason – with my one year old cuddled up next to me and my four year old curled at my feet watching Saturday morning cartoons, my mind goes…
Active Listening – a communication skill that requires the listener to comprehend, interpret and reflect on what they are hearing usually by para- or re-phrasing to the speaker to ensure comprehension Listening is one thing – but hearing is a totally different skill. How often do you find yourself overtalking the person you’re having a…
Week 2 of the DWP Challenge kicks off tomorrow!!! Our focus is going to be active listening – something that is difficult for many, including myself! The goal is to spend the day listening more than speaking. True listening where you are taking in what others are saying and not just waiting for an opportunity…
I love the holidays! I love Christmas music, the crowds, making lists, and gift exchanges! Especially gift exchanges among my circle of friends. This year, I did something different and participated in a blogger Secret Santa exchange. It was a chance to “meet” someone new and do something nice for someone else.Earlier this week, I…
I received a free copy of The Fear Of Things To Come by Kathryne Arnold to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours. No other financial compensation was received and, as always, all opinions shared are 100% mine. The DSM. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. A voluminous, invaluable tool used by psychotherapists…
