Relationships Archives

How to Be a Better Conversationalist: 3 Ways to Let Others Shine

Do you prefer to talk about yourself than learn about others? Do you know how to make people feel comfortable and understood? A good conversationalist is a thoughtful one. They don’t monopolize conversations, they make people feel seen and heard, and they show genuine interest in others. In Better Small Talk, Patrick King shows how to take good care of the person you’re talking to so they want to continue the conversation. Continue reading for King’s advice on how to be a better conversationalist by being a thoughtful one.

How Do You Handle Difficult Situations That Need to End?

The 25 Cognitive Biases: Instinctive Reaction Tendency

How do you handle difficult situations? What types of situations are worth letting go of? When assessing difficult situations in your life, Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud says to look out for three types of negative situations. These include situations that are good but not great, mediocre situations that are unlikely to improve, and lost causes. Below we’ve broken down the types of situations you should get out of.

5 Damaging Relationship Patterns & How to Avoid Them

Do you acknowledge the difference between constructive criticism and destructive criticism? Do you sometimes shut down because you’re feeling overwhelmed? Like every couple, you and your partner face conflict at times. But, you can still have a happy relationship despite these conflicts as long as you learn to manage them effectively. Specifically, experts recommend that you learn to recognize damaging relationship patterns so that you can avoid them. Read more to understand these patterns and see whether they’re in your own relationship.

How to Evaluate Your Relationships’ Place in Your Life

Why should you evaluate your relationships? What are things to look out for as red flags in relationships? Some relationships just aren’t meant to last forever. If you feel as though a relationship is taking a negative toll on your life, you need to take a step back and assess how important it is to you. Here are the factors you need to evaluate in your relationships, according to Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud.

How to Judge Someone’s Character: The 3 Types of People

Can you judge a book by its cover? What type of people are the worst at relationships? In Necessary Endings, Henry Cloud says that to determine who to let go of in life, you must assess relationships based on your impression of the other person’s character. Cloud claims that character is predictive of whether or not people will be receptive to change and feedback. Keep reading to learn how to judge someone’s character.

Expert Advice on How to Maintain a Healthy Relationship

What’s the secret to a happy long-term relationship? What should you do, and what should you avoid? If you’re regularly fighting with your partner or just feeling a little bored, staying happy may seem more easily said than done. But, maintaining a happy romantic relationship isn’t as difficult as it can seem—as long as you’re armed with the right knowledge. Read on for expert advice on how to maintain a healthy relationship with your partner.

How to Improve the 4 Important Relationships in Your Life

What are the most important relationships to cherish in life? How can you improve these specific relationships? In The Good Life, Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz discuss their strategies for improving specific types of relationships. We’ll discuss the unique characteristics and challenges of your relationships with your partner, your family, your colleagues, and your friends—and how to improve each type. Continue reading for tips on how to boost the relationships you want to thrive.

How to Replace Bad Relationship Habits: The W.I.S.E.R. Model

Do you have any bad relationship habits? How can the W.I.S.E.R. model help you replace these bad habits with good ones? If something doesn’t go the way it was planned in a relationship, you might default to thinking the worst. But, this is a harmful habit that could ruin a good relationship that otherwise could last a lifetime. Discover how to break bad relationship habits with some help from The Good Life by Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz.

How to Have a Breakup Conversation That Ends Well

Do you need to end a relationship with someone in the best way possible? What is the key to having a healthy breakup conversation? Breaking up with someone is never easy. There’s always that worry that they won’t take it well, or will try to convince you that you’re doing the wrong thing. If you know deep in your heart that you have to end the relationship, you should prepare for the conversation beforehand. Let’s look at how to have a breakup conversation with someone.

How to Focus on Relationships & Give People Your Attention

How well do you give other people your time and attention? What are some practical ways to focus on relationships that you want to maintain? In today’s world, it’s easy to become distracted from what’s really important because of phones and other technology. With the help of The Good Life by Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz, you can give the people you love the attention they deserve. Check out how to focus on relationships that can benefit from some work on your part.