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How to Have a Deep Conversation With Someone

Do you want to learn how to have a deep conversation with anyone? How can you move beyond superficial topics and talk about things that are more personal and profound? If you want to move beyond superficial conversations, you’re going to have to build an emotional connection with your conversation partner. To put it simply, emotional connection is when people trust each other enough to reveal more about themselves—who they are and how they really feel about things. It’s at this stage that conversations move from being superficial to being meaningful. She suggests four techniques to help build trust so

Relentless Support: Surround Yourself With Motivation

What is relentless support? Why is it important to build relationships with people who will do nothing but motivate you? Relentless support is given by people who not only want to see you become better, but also want to be better themselves. Tim Grover says in Relentless that these people can be a good influence on your life by being honest with you and holding you accountable. Keep reading for the importance of knowing relentless people and how their mindset can rub off on you.

How to Connect With People on a Deeper Level

Do you find it easy to connect with new people? How do you move beyond superficial conversations and get a person to talk with you on a deeper level? The key to connecting with anyone on a deep level is to show the person that you are like them. People interpret their similarities as a form of agreement that convinces them that their approach to life is correct—this increases their self-confidence and makes it easier for them to relax in your presence. Here’s how to connect with people on a deeper level, according to communications expert Leil Lowndes.

How to Make More Friends: Fake It Till You Make It

Do you find it difficult to make friends? What’s the key to making lots of friends? According to communications expert Leil Lowndes, the key to making friends with anyone is to pretend that you’re already close friends. Pretending to like others feels so good that it eventually turns into genuine affection. Here’s how to make more friends, according to Lowndes.

How to Build Strong Organizational Relationships

What are organizational relationships? How are they essential in the day-to-day operation of a company? According to Stephen Covey, the author of The 8th Habit, relationships are the core of organizations. Creating constant communication with your team is what keeps an organization running smoothly and builds strong organizational relationships. Keep reading to learn how to strengthen organizational relationships.

How to Handle Tough Topics to Talk About

Do you have some tough topics to talk about? How do you handle difficult situations that may arise? The book Crucial Accountability teaches readers how to deal with tricky situations that may arise when you have tough topics to talk about. These points can apply to many kinds of difficult conversations. Keep reading to find out how to handle tough topics to talk about in life, work, and relationships.

The Most Important Relationship Advice for Men

Are you seeking ways to strengthen your relationship? What is the most important relationship advice for men? Because men and women handle situations differently, it’s difficult for men to understand what a woman wants from them. This causes unnecessary confusion that can ruin relationships. Luckily, there are many people out there who have written books tailored to giving relationship advice for men to apply to their struggling love lives. Here’s the most important relationship advice for men, according to experts.

Accountability in Relationships: Should You Discuss It?

When should you discuss accountability in relationships? What three questions should you ask yourself before discussing sensitive accountability issues? Accountability in relationships can be a tough issue to tackle. Stakes are high when the relationship could end up permanently damaged. According to the book Crucial Accountability, there are a few questions you should ask yourself before discussing accountability in relationships. Keep reading to learn three key points to consider before discussing accountability in relationships.

Toxic Communication: Why People Don’t Speak Up

What is toxic communication? How does toxic communication first arise in a relationship? You don’t want to start a fight, but saying nothing might end your relationship. According to the book Crucial Accountability, toxic communication first occurs when people choose to stay silent. Often, people don’t speak up because they either downplay the costs of silence, exaggerate the risk of speaking up, or consider themselves helpless. Keep reading to learn more about toxic communication and the three reasons people choose to stay silent.

What NOT to Do When Discussing Accountability Issues

Are you facing accountability issues at work or in a relationship? What should you avoid when talking about accountability? The book Crucial Accountability helps readers recognize what not to do when discussing accountability issues. Many of these points can be used in other tough conversations too, not just for accountability issues. Keep reading to tackle accountability issues in no time.