3 Active Listening Tips I've Learned as a Parent

3 Active Listening Tips I've Learned as a Parent

Active listening isn’t about waiting for a chance to speak but rather truly hearing what the other person is saying. It’s a skill that needs to be learned and fine-tuned, but can strength your relationships.

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Why Being an Empath is Exhausting (and Rewarding)

Why Being an Empath is Exhausting (and Rewarding)

It has taken me years to learn I’m an empath, and that my response to human interactions is completely normal. This new knowledge has helped me in my advocacy work. But I’ve also had to learn how not to take on the emotions of those I’m helping.

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Stop Saying “That’s My Two Cents”

Stop Saying “That’s My Two Cents”

Last week I had a huge aha moment. I realized (with the help of my business coach) that I am constantly undermining myself by giving people an out when it comes to listening to my opinion or following my advice. I wasn’t standing behind my words when I used the phrase - that’s my two cents.

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