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How to Discuss Difficult Topics with Your Partner: A Step-by-Step Guide

Use these steps, sometimes in a row – sometimes in a non-linear fashion, to enhance connection during difficult conversations.

Cooling Conflict with Non-Defensive Listening

Non-Defensive listening is a key skill in conflict resolution and a wonderful tool to support the people we care about. It is a co-regulation technique that recognises the need to establish safety in the heart and mind of the other so they can lift up and out of Fight or Flight.

Using Solution Focussed Requests for Better Relationships

Relationships improve when communication is clear and focussed upon the outcomes we want. Solution Focussed Frames using the C.A.R framework help to get better clarity, understanding and performance

The Core Skills of Non-Violent (Needs Based) Communication

The key skills of Non-Violent Communication are helpful in a variety of contexts. Learn them. Apply them. Watch your interactions improve