“Taking in critical feedback—without defensiveness—is a superpower.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth A fascinating thing about skillfully managing conflict is that it leaves both parties feeling more connected rather than less. Even when you feel hurt by someone, if they can acknowledge the hurt and be accountable for how their actions contributed to that hurt, you will feel […]
How to Create Strong, Thriving Relationships
“You can’t create strong, thriving relationships if you’re not relational in them. Be relational and hold others accountable to do the same.” ~LMB The best relationships have genuine respect, compassion, and mutual warm-regard. There is a bottom-line feeling of goodwill between all parties involved, even in the toughest of times. In the best of relationships, […]
How to Courageously Own Your Mistakes
“Justifying, minimizing, or defending your actions, turns small mistakes into big problems. Repair the other person’s pain rather than protecting your ego.” ~LMB If a friend, family member, lover, or colleague comes to you in a place of upset about something you did, it’s your job to do what you can to help them. It’s not […]