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Most of us don’t wake up eager for a difficult conversation. By their very nature, these conversations can feel uncomfortable, challenging, and awkward. You’ve likely faced one you dreaded, put off, ...

Think back to the last time you faced a conversation you were dreading. Chances are, you built it up in your mind until it felt monumental—only to lose your nerve at the last moment and avoid it ...

Difficult conversations are difficult for a reason, and when you’re anxious or stressed-out, it’s easy to say the wrong thing. And it doesn’t matter how prepared you are. Your best laid plans will go ...

Some families learn to embrace the awkwardness and tension that come with unresolved discussions. This not only fosters an unhealthy communication style for their children, but also leaves conflicts ...

It’s the season of good tidings and cheer, but also when we’re thrown together with family whose views may differ, sometimes ...