This post was co-written by Arasteh Gatchpazian and Tchiki Davis. Imagine you're on a tight deadline for a specific project (e.g., a school assignment or work task) and have a full plate. One of your ...

There are four main styles of communication, passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive. Dr. Karin Ryan, a licensed psychologist with Nystrom & Associates explains the four steps to ...

Have you ever felt unheard in your marriage? Does your partner merely think about what they’ll say next instead of actively listening to your ideas and feelings? Do you feel accused when you have a ...

Here we offer information about skills that may help women with disabilities communicate effectively in relationships with others including their healthcare providers. Our communication styles ...

Learning how to be more assertive is kind of a Goldilocks-like endeavor. You don't want to be too pushy or a doormat. Here are tips to find the balance. Think back to the last time you were seated by ...

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Most people make a common communication mistake that almost instantly makes them sound less confident, according to speaking expert and Texas-based trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher: They say "I'm sorry" ...

Teaching kids how to share, take turns and be considerate of others is often top of mind for parents and caregivers. But kids also need to learn to how be assertive and stand up for themselves — even ...