Here are two techniques to control, manage, and direct better conversation. The Critique Sandwich gives feedback while giving credit to the thoughtfulness of the other person. The BIFF Method applies…
We've all experienced it—the person whose energy lifts an entire room, or the person whose negativity seems to drains area. But what if I told you this "contagious" quality isn't…
It’s easy to dismiss laughter as just a pleasant emotion—but science shows laughter does more than lift your spirits. It can improve physical health, reduce stress, and support mental well-being.…
We all want to connect better with the people around us—whether it’s at work, at home, or even in line at the grocery store. But sometimes conversations feel flat, awkward,…
Sometimes the smallest actions can make the biggest difference in how others perceive you. While warmth, similarity, self-disclosure, and mirroring all lay the groundwork for connection, there are two lesser-known…