Many worry that setting clear boundaries in their relationships will damage them, but studies show that the opposite is true: it improves them. Let's talk about the why and how of it all.
Many find it hard to speak up in group discussions—and I used to be one of them. Here's how I, and those I've shared this with, overcame the problem.
We all make mistakes, but some of us punish ourselves not just more than we should, but also when we don't actually deserve the punishment. Let's explore how to stop that.
One quick mental shift before important conversations primes your mind to notice opportunities, and can dramatically improve your results. Here's how to do it.
You might know not to ask close-ended questions if you want a good conversation, but what should you do when someone else asks you one?
For all of human history, storytelling has been used to entertain, teach, convince, sell, and more. But how do we become a great storyteller? Let's explore 3 simple tips.
New Year's resolutions don't work for most people. Luckily, there's a simple alternative that is easier and more effective, and that has changed my life.
A psychological study asked 6000 people from 12 countries what makes someone cool, and the results were very interesting—even if "cool" isn't our goal.
A lot of people get uncomfortable when a conversation goes quiet for a moment, but expert communicators often do it on purpose. Learn why and how here!
We all make mistakes, but they can be especially stressful during important conversations, ranging from job interviews to dates. Here's what to do to recover.
Listening isn't just about hearing what the other person says, but also about how you respond to it. And that's extra important when our communication styles differ.
What's the best strategy for dealing with hostile responses to perfectly valid questions? It's certainly not what most people think.
Most people think that having personal conversations with people they don't know well will be awkward. Here's why and how it won't be!
Do you sometimes hesitate to speak up when you disagree with someone, because you don't want any drama? This article is for you!
New research has found that similar patterns in brain activity can predict friendships. Let's talk about how we can use that to discover and build them.
There are many things that can improve our relationships, but research shows that knowing yourself in this way is one of the most important ones.
Ever tried telling someone to calm down? How did that work out for you? Here's a much better strategy, backed by communication experts and neuroscience.
While endless persuasion techniques exist, these five tricks will make you instantly more convincing in any disagreement—without causing conflict.
Have you ever wondered how some people seem to almost effortlessly connect with just about anyone? One key strategy they often employ is the use of qualifiers, which take the form of questions or statements.
There are a lot of tips, tricks, and techniques that go into persuasiveness, but most of them depend on this one core skill to work well.
Do you want to sound more confident when you speak? Here's a very simple trick to help you do that no matter what the situation.
Do you ever get caught up in "should I have done that?"-type of self-doubtful thinking? Here's a clever way to turn that self-doubt into self-awareness.
Remembering people's names can help our social comfort, connection, influence, and more. Learn 6 simple ways to remember names that require no practice!
