B persistent and patient when working to change behaviors. It can take 6 weeks or more before you observe a significant change in the way other people behave around you.
Persistence
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Greeting Excercise
Try this: Pick someone that you would like to get along with better. Open all dialogue, phone calls, texting, face-to-face with a complimentary greeting. Observe this person’s response to you. After three weeks how has this persons response to you changed? I would love to know.
parenTTeen
Have you attended one of my parenTTeen classes? I would love to know how the class has affected your communications.
Why
How often have you asked someone why they did something and found they clammed up or got defensive?
January Theme Communication
Our Theme for this month is communication. Feel free to share effective communication strategies. Ask questions about how to respond to specific communication issues. Share your experiences and strategies that have worked or didn’t work for you. Check out articles and editorials in the Articles section on the right side of the posting board. Have Fun.
Sandi
Welcome
Welcome to my blog and info site. I have created this site as a means to exchange info for those seeking strategies to improve their coping skills. Articles, editorials and discussions are designed to center around the theme of the month. As all who enter here are ladies and gentleman, let’s keep our communications positive and free from vulgarity and profanity. Enjoy.