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#friendship

Harriette Cole: She won't stop talking about her marathon

Be honest with friends about conversation balance to maintain group dynamics and ensure everyone's experiences are valued.

Asking Eric: I'm embarrassed by my friend's doggie bag shenanigans

It's acceptable to allow hosts to set boundaries regarding leftovers.
If hosts are not troubled by a guest's behavior, it's not the observer's role to intervene.

Miss Manners: Apparently I was too harsh in telling her how the phone works

It's acceptable to stop inviting friends who don't reciprocate invitations, and it's important to communicate this politely.
Using polite reminders can help assert the rules in typically quiet spaces like train carriages.

Harriette Cole: How can I keep them from posting about our friend's death?

Gather friends' emergency contact information to avoid future distress
Communicate delicately about death to respect family privacy
Request discretion when sharing news of a death

My best friend of 40 years has a skewed impression of me. How do I set her straight?

Confronting discrepancies in self-perception and friends' perceptions is essential for maintaining healthy relationships.

Miss Manners: I'm not trying to hit on you, I'm just being nice

Politeness is essential in a rude society, helping to promote kindness and set a positive example.

Harriette Cole: She won't stop talking about her marathon

Be honest with friends about conversation balance to maintain group dynamics and ensure everyone's experiences are valued.

Asking Eric: I'm embarrassed by my friend's doggie bag shenanigans

It's acceptable to allow hosts to set boundaries regarding leftovers.
If hosts are not troubled by a guest's behavior, it's not the observer's role to intervene.

Miss Manners: Apparently I was too harsh in telling her how the phone works

It's acceptable to stop inviting friends who don't reciprocate invitations, and it's important to communicate this politely.
Using polite reminders can help assert the rules in typically quiet spaces like train carriages.

Harriette Cole: How can I keep them from posting about our friend's death?

Gather friends' emergency contact information to avoid future distress
Communicate delicately about death to respect family privacy
Request discretion when sharing news of a death

My best friend of 40 years has a skewed impression of me. How do I set her straight?

Confronting discrepancies in self-perception and friends' perceptions is essential for maintaining healthy relationships.

Miss Manners: I'm not trying to hit on you, I'm just being nice

Politeness is essential in a rude society, helping to promote kindness and set a positive example.
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#work-life-balance

My husband handles all the outside chores, and I handle the inside ones. This compromise is the key to happiness in our marriage.

Dividing household chores into indoor and outdoor categories fosters communication and harmony in a marriage.

4 Truths Married Entrepreneurs Need to Build Success at Work and Home | Entrepreneur

Balancing business success and a fulfilling marriage requires intentional effort and prioritizing connection, communication, and planning.

My husband handles all the outside chores, and I handle the inside ones. This compromise is the key to happiness in our marriage.

Dividing household chores into indoor and outdoor categories fosters communication and harmony in a marriage.

4 Truths Married Entrepreneurs Need to Build Success at Work and Home | Entrepreneur

Balancing business success and a fulfilling marriage requires intentional effort and prioritizing connection, communication, and planning.
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#collaboration

Enabling Non-Technical Stakeholders to Build UI with Reusable Components

Effective communication is essential for software development, particularly between non-technical stakeholders and developers.
Reusable Bit components and Hope AI facilitate direct collaboration on UI changes, enhancing efficiency and design consistency.

The Unheard Essentials Of Facilitation: 10 Subtle Rules For Success

Effective facilitation goes beyond guiding; it's about nurturing an environment for creativity and engagement.

How to Set Out of Office in Teams | ClickUp

A clear OOO message enhances communication and reduces confusion.
Microsoft Teams' OOO feature informs others when you're unavailable and provides alternate contact information.
Setting your OOO status is crucial for efficient workplace collaboration.

Enabling Non-Technical Stakeholders to Build UI with Reusable Components

Effective communication is essential for software development, particularly between non-technical stakeholders and developers.
Reusable Bit components and Hope AI facilitate direct collaboration on UI changes, enhancing efficiency and design consistency.

The Unheard Essentials Of Facilitation: 10 Subtle Rules For Success

Effective facilitation goes beyond guiding; it's about nurturing an environment for creativity and engagement.

How to Set Out of Office in Teams | ClickUp

A clear OOO message enhances communication and reduces confusion.
Microsoft Teams' OOO feature informs others when you're unavailable and provides alternate contact information.
Setting your OOO status is crucial for efficient workplace collaboration.
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For many farm families succession is the most taboo topic - here's an expert's top tips on making the right decisions

Effective succession requires open communication among family members to navigate emotions and decision-making processes.
#boundaries

Miss Manners: My boyfriend's stepmother is inappropriately affectionate with him

Clear communication about personal boundaries is essential in family dynamics.

The Step Before Setting Boundaries

Getting clear on your own needs is crucial before entering conflict or setting boundaries.

Harriette Cole: Bringing my boyfriend to Thanksgiving was a big mistake

Navigating family dynamics is challenging; open communication with your partner is vital after overwhelming experiences.

Help! My Girlfriend's Father Is Texting and Calling Me With "Emergencies" at All Hours.

Set boundaries with intrusive family members to maintain personal and work life balance.

Help! I Bring My Girlfriend's Family Free Food. But They Have the Gall to Make Complaints.

Don't feel obligated to meet unreasonable demands for specific food preferences.
Set boundaries regarding your generosity; it's okay to say no to unreasonable requests.

Miss Manners: My boyfriend's stepmother is inappropriately affectionate with him

Clear communication about personal boundaries is essential in family dynamics.

The Step Before Setting Boundaries

Getting clear on your own needs is crucial before entering conflict or setting boundaries.

Harriette Cole: Bringing my boyfriend to Thanksgiving was a big mistake

Navigating family dynamics is challenging; open communication with your partner is vital after overwhelming experiences.

Help! My Girlfriend's Father Is Texting and Calling Me With "Emergencies" at All Hours.

Set boundaries with intrusive family members to maintain personal and work life balance.

Help! I Bring My Girlfriend's Family Free Food. But They Have the Gall to Make Complaints.

Don't feel obligated to meet unreasonable demands for specific food preferences.
Set boundaries regarding your generosity; it's okay to say no to unreasonable requests.
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#relationships

Defensiveness Takes Its Toll on Relationships. How to Stop

Defensiveness disrupts relationships by shifting focus from problem-solving to blame and excuses, escalating emotional wounds.

Ask Allison: My husband is so boring since he gave up drinking - it's ruining our Christmas and I miss the way things were

Maintaining a relationship when one partner changes their drinking habits can create friction and necessitates open communication.

How to Navigate Your Family's Political Divides

Political stress affects relationships, with 70% of Americans feeling its impact post-election.

My long-distance partner is moving in with me, but I have trepidation. How can I be at peace with it? | Leading questions

It's natural to feel apprehensive about a long-distance partner moving in after a decade apart.

Why we ghost

Ghosting can happen even in long-term relationships, leaving lasting emotional consequences for those affected.

Esther Perel says you should talk about money with your partner. Here's why.

Couples must openly discuss money to avoid relationship stress and integrate financial discussions into their relationship framework.

Defensiveness Takes Its Toll on Relationships. How to Stop

Defensiveness disrupts relationships by shifting focus from problem-solving to blame and excuses, escalating emotional wounds.

Ask Allison: My husband is so boring since he gave up drinking - it's ruining our Christmas and I miss the way things were

Maintaining a relationship when one partner changes their drinking habits can create friction and necessitates open communication.

How to Navigate Your Family's Political Divides

Political stress affects relationships, with 70% of Americans feeling its impact post-election.

My long-distance partner is moving in with me, but I have trepidation. How can I be at peace with it? | Leading questions

It's natural to feel apprehensive about a long-distance partner moving in after a decade apart.

Why we ghost

Ghosting can happen even in long-term relationships, leaving lasting emotional consequences for those affected.

Esther Perel says you should talk about money with your partner. Here's why.

Couples must openly discuss money to avoid relationship stress and integrate financial discussions into their relationship framework.
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Biden Can't Name Any Regrets From His Presidency As Trump Term Gets Closer

Biden expresses confidence in his administration's achievements, particularly in restoring America's global leadership and focusing on middle-class economic opportunities.
#trust-building

AI Design Must Prioritize Adaptation to Human Culture, Trust, and Ethics | HackerNoon

Design social machines to enhance communication and cultural awareness for better user interactions and sustainability.

Will My Kid Want My Advice?

Fostering trust and a close relationship with children encourages them to come to parents for advice as they grow and seek independence.

AI Design Must Prioritize Adaptation to Human Culture, Trust, and Ethics | HackerNoon

Design social machines to enhance communication and cultural awareness for better user interactions and sustainability.

Will My Kid Want My Advice?

Fostering trust and a close relationship with children encourages them to come to parents for advice as they grow and seek independence.
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It would deflate our world': how NDIS cuts to music therapy may silence Ava's voice

Music therapy has significantly helped Ava Rinna, a 19-year-old with autism, communicate more effectively, but her sessions may be cut due to NDIS funding reviews.
#product-management

Leader Spotlight: Guiding PMs up the career ladder, with Karen Letendre - LogRocket Blog

A clear career path and communication are essential for product managers' growth and empowerment.

Leader Spotlight: Understanding the audience's 'so-what,' with Jann Curtis - LogRocket Blog

Understanding your audience's 'so-whats' is crucial for effective communication and engagement.

Leader Spotlight: Guiding PMs up the career ladder, with Karen Letendre - LogRocket Blog

A clear career path and communication are essential for product managers' growth and empowerment.

Leader Spotlight: Understanding the audience's 'so-what,' with Jann Curtis - LogRocket Blog

Understanding your audience's 'so-whats' is crucial for effective communication and engagement.
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Juxtapoz Magazine - Tim Conlon the Freight Painter

Freight train graffiti carries a rich cultural history and serves as a unique form of communication among artists across cities.
#trust

I'm a sexologist, but talking about sex with my teenage sons is still awkward. These 7 things make it easier.

Tailor communication about sex to each child's personality and timing to foster openness and trust.

29 Spicy Sex Acts From 2024 You WILL Want To Take With You In 2025, 2026, And Beyond

Open communication and trust enhance sexual experiences and satisfaction.
Maintaining a 'kinky bucket list' can help couples explore new sexual activities together.

I'm a sexologist, but talking about sex with my teenage sons is still awkward. These 7 things make it easier.

Tailor communication about sex to each child's personality and timing to foster openness and trust.

29 Spicy Sex Acts From 2024 You WILL Want To Take With You In 2025, 2026, And Beyond

Open communication and trust enhance sexual experiences and satisfaction.
Maintaining a 'kinky bucket list' can help couples explore new sexual activities together.
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#healing

When Childhood Trauma Cannot Be Shared

Trauma must be expressed and shared with safe recipients to mitigate its long-term effects.
Secretiveness surrounding trauma rather than its nature influences its lasting impact.
Professional intervention may be necessary for effective healing from childhood trauma.

How to disagree with someone without being disrespectful

Disagreements can occur without disrespect if individuals focus on self-awareness and healing.

When Childhood Trauma Cannot Be Shared

Trauma must be expressed and shared with safe recipients to mitigate its long-term effects.
Secretiveness surrounding trauma rather than its nature influences its lasting impact.
Professional intervention may be necessary for effective healing from childhood trauma.

How to disagree with someone without being disrespectful

Disagreements can occur without disrespect if individuals focus on self-awareness and healing.
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#intimacy

The Year-End Relationship Check-In

A year-end review can enhance connection and set future goals for couples.
Active listening and validating each other's feelings are crucial for relationship success.
Regular relationship check-ins help couples celebrate achievements and reflect on growth.

My New Wife Is Getting a Bad Bargain Out of Our Sex Life

The couple is navigating their sexual relationship focusing on pleasure rather than the necessity of orgasm.

I Want to Invite Our Neighbor to Have Sex With Us. I Have One Problem.

Communication is key in proposing desires or changes in relationships, especially regarding intimacy.

The Year-End Relationship Check-In

A year-end review can enhance connection and set future goals for couples.
Active listening and validating each other's feelings are crucial for relationship success.
Regular relationship check-ins help couples celebrate achievements and reflect on growth.

My New Wife Is Getting a Bad Bargain Out of Our Sex Life

The couple is navigating their sexual relationship focusing on pleasure rather than the necessity of orgasm.

I Want to Invite Our Neighbor to Have Sex With Us. I Have One Problem.

Communication is key in proposing desires or changes in relationships, especially regarding intimacy.
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#neuroscience

The Human Brain Operates at a Stunningly Slow Pace

Human thoughts and feelings outpace our expressive capabilities, highlighting a bandwidth problem in communication.
Elon Musk aims to bridge this gap with a brain-computer interface, yet research indicates cognitive processing remains slow.

Eight, Ocho, Acht Most Fascinating Language Discoveries of 2024

Language evolves continuously, revealing shared patterns and new technologies for communication.

The Human Brain Operates at a Stunningly Slow Pace

Human thoughts and feelings outpace our expressive capabilities, highlighting a bandwidth problem in communication.
Elon Musk aims to bridge this gap with a brain-computer interface, yet research indicates cognitive processing remains slow.

Eight, Ocho, Acht Most Fascinating Language Discoveries of 2024

Language evolves continuously, revealing shared patterns and new technologies for communication.
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#conflict-resolution

Tough conversations are inevitable. Here is how to face them with confidence

Avoiding difficult conversations is damaging to teams and organizations, as unresolved issues tend to escalate rather than disappear.

High-Conflict Couples Therapist Offers Advice To Improve Apologies

Effective apologies require patience; allow time for the recipient's feelings before sharing your perspective.

A Woman on Our Girls' Trip Has Grown Snarky. Can We Stop Inviting Her?

Engaging a negative group member positively may help shift their behavior and improve group dynamics.

Easily Win Arguments By Avoiding These 8 Logic Traps | HackerNoon

Strategies exist to handle illogical arguments without losing your sanity.
Understanding logical fallacies can aid in navigating tough conversations.

Tough conversations are inevitable. Here is how to face them with confidence

Avoiding difficult conversations is damaging to teams and organizations, as unresolved issues tend to escalate rather than disappear.

High-Conflict Couples Therapist Offers Advice To Improve Apologies

Effective apologies require patience; allow time for the recipient's feelings before sharing your perspective.

A Woman on Our Girls' Trip Has Grown Snarky. Can We Stop Inviting Her?

Engaging a negative group member positively may help shift their behavior and improve group dynamics.

Easily Win Arguments By Avoiding These 8 Logic Traps | HackerNoon

Strategies exist to handle illogical arguments without losing your sanity.
Understanding logical fallacies can aid in navigating tough conversations.
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They Missed Their Cruise Ship. That Was Only The Beginning.

Delayed travelers faced communication barriers, unable to reach their cruise ship in time despite efforts.

Council Post: The Power Of Storytelling: How To Craft Compelling Narratives

Effective storytelling is crucial for brands to connect emotionally and inspire loyalty in consumers.

3 digital body language signs someone isn't into you, even if they always text back

Digital body language (DBL) is crucial for interpreting interest in online dating contexts.
#family-dynamics

Blocking your mom: why adult children are going no contact

The culture surrounding family estrangement is becoming more open and discussed, rather than being a taboo topic.

Miss Manners: She holds us captive with her performatively slow eating

It's essential to communicate politely when managing family dining etiquette and conversational dynamics.

12 Tips To Deal With Disrespectful Grown-Ups

Parents should understand children's perspectives to maintain a strong relationship and avoid misinterpretations of behavior as disrespect.

Blocking your mom: why adult children are going no contact

The culture surrounding family estrangement is becoming more open and discussed, rather than being a taboo topic.

Miss Manners: She holds us captive with her performatively slow eating

It's essential to communicate politely when managing family dining etiquette and conversational dynamics.

12 Tips To Deal With Disrespectful Grown-Ups

Parents should understand children's perspectives to maintain a strong relationship and avoid misinterpretations of behavior as disrespect.
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#social-media

DealBook Summit: Building Trust in an Age of Distrust

Public figures are hard to understand even for loved ones, leading to flawed public perception due to biases and social media polarization.

Instagram now lets you schedule DMs | TechCrunch

Instagram now allows users to schedule direct messages, enhancing communication for creators and regular users.
The new DM scheduling feature is particularly beneficial for timing outreach messages.

How to publish your academic writing on Medium

Medium is an ideal platform for academic writers to reach a larger, engaged audience.

DealBook Summit: Building Trust in an Age of Distrust

Public figures are hard to understand even for loved ones, leading to flawed public perception due to biases and social media polarization.

Instagram now lets you schedule DMs | TechCrunch

Instagram now allows users to schedule direct messages, enhancing communication for creators and regular users.
The new DM scheduling feature is particularly beneficial for timing outreach messages.

How to publish your academic writing on Medium

Medium is an ideal platform for academic writers to reach a larger, engaged audience.
moresocial-media

Comms professionals' predictions for AI in 2025 - PR Daily

AI will transform the PR industry, requiring communicators to adapt and gain proficiency in AI technologies.

How to Use Your iPhone to Text Over Satellite When You're Adventuring

Apple's iOS 18 enables satellite texting for iPhone 14 users, improving communication in remote areas without cellular coverage.

Europe's Starlink competitor is go

The EU has launched the IRIS² satellite constellation to enhance connectivity, security, and strategic autonomy across Europe by 2030.
#astrology

Here's Your Horoscope For Saturday, December 14

Emotional expression is heightened, but caution in communication is advised as Mercury retrograde concludes.

Horoscopes Dec. 16, 2024: Benjamin Bratt, refuse to give in or follow anyone putting pressure on you

Embrace personal growth by adapting to trends and focusing on your own happiness.

Here's Your Horoscope For Saturday, December 14

Emotional expression is heightened, but caution in communication is advised as Mercury retrograde concludes.

Horoscopes Dec. 16, 2024: Benjamin Bratt, refuse to give in or follow anyone putting pressure on you

Embrace personal growth by adapting to trends and focusing on your own happiness.
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A Simple, Down-to-Earth Christmas Card from the Great Depression (1933)

Creativity can flourish even in economic hardship, as shown by the Pinero family's lighthearted Christmas card.
#mental-health

If Your Kid Is In Therapy, You Should Be, Too

Parents can significantly aid their child's therapy journey by attending therapy themselves.

The Power of the Lived Experience of Serious Mental Illness

Lived experience of peers in recovery can enhance caregiver collaboration and understanding in managing serious mental illness.

If Your Kid Is In Therapy, You Should Be, Too

Parents can significantly aid their child's therapy journey by attending therapy themselves.

The Power of the Lived Experience of Serious Mental Illness

Lived experience of peers in recovery can enhance caregiver collaboration and understanding in managing serious mental illness.
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#decision-making

Top 10 Data Visualization Techniques to Make Your Analysis Stand Out

Data visualization is essential for effective communication and understanding of complex data.
Proper visualization can significantly influence decision-making and opportunities for businesses.

Using "disagree and commit" for collaborative decision-making - LogRocket Blog

Encourages open communication while ensuring commitment to decisions for team unity and efficiency.

Top 10 Data Visualization Techniques to Make Your Analysis Stand Out

Data visualization is essential for effective communication and understanding of complex data.
Proper visualization can significantly influence decision-making and opportunities for businesses.

Using "disagree and commit" for collaborative decision-making - LogRocket Blog

Encourages open communication while ensuring commitment to decisions for team unity and efficiency.
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WhatsApp is working on channel updates translation, introduces new calling features

WhatsApp is developing a translation feature for messages and channel updates, focusing on user privacy and security.

The smartest move you can make in the end-of-year work rush (Hint: It's not what you think)

Slowing down to communicate thoughtfully can save time and minimize stress during busy periods.

How to Create an Effective Work Order Format | ClickUp

Thorough and well-structured work orders are crucial for timely task completion and operational efficiency.

'My personality is being smothered by corporate America': This controversial OOO is going viral on TikTok

Unconventional out-of-office emails can clash with corporate expectations, leading to tension between personal expression and professionalism.

Losing our voice? Fears AI tone-shifting tech could flatten communication

AI writing tools could reshape communication but risk flattening human expression.

How to follow up with someone without annoying them

Following up in communication is crucial to seize opportunities despite the fear of being too pushy.

Miss Manners: If the wedding is on a weekday afternoon, do they really want us there?

The couple's midweek wedding invitation likely reflects their intention to include guests rather than a desire for a small turnout.

My 14-Year-Old Daughter Watched Porn And It Changed Our Lives In Ways I Never Imagined

Navigating conversations about online safety and exposure to porn is critical for modern parenting.

Dogs TALK with humans using soundboards for first time

Dogs can form meaningful two-word combinations using soundboards, indicating purposeful communication rather than random button pressing.
#audience-engagement

Newsroom planning goes silo-free

News organizations must improve communication and strategic planning to effectively reach audiences.
Involving various stakeholders in decision-making is crucial for creating relevant content.
Diverse perspectives lead to smarter decisions that benefit news delivery.

The Most Common Mistakes Teams Make When Pitching Ideas

Clear objectives are essential for effective pitching; they focus your message and increase the impact of your presentation.

Newsroom planning goes silo-free

News organizations must improve communication and strategic planning to effectively reach audiences.
Involving various stakeholders in decision-making is crucial for creating relevant content.
Diverse perspectives lead to smarter decisions that benefit news delivery.

The Most Common Mistakes Teams Make When Pitching Ideas

Clear objectives are essential for effective pitching; they focus your message and increase the impact of your presentation.
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1 week ago

The struggle for truth in the digital age will determine our future

The era of rapid technological advancement requires effective communication strategies that uphold truth, justice, and ethics.

My Employee Is Vaping on Video Calls

Vaping during virtual meetings is deemed unprofessional and distracting, akin to inappropriate attire or behaviors.
Using distracting verbal fillers in communication can negatively impact professionalism and clarity.
#emojis

What your use of emojis says about your emotional intelligence

Emojis reflect emotional intelligence and attachment styles in communication, impacting relationship dynamics.

This texting habit means you have higher emotional intelligence, according to science

Emoji use correlates with higher emotional intelligence and secure attachment styles.

What your use of emojis says about your emotional intelligence

Emojis reflect emotional intelligence and attachment styles in communication, impacting relationship dynamics.

This texting habit means you have higher emotional intelligence, according to science

Emoji use correlates with higher emotional intelligence and secure attachment styles.
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Jeff Bezos says he likes meetings to be 'messy' so he can be part of the 'sausage-making' process

Bezos values 'messy' meetings for authentic dialogue and seeking truth, preferring discussion over rehearsed showcases.

Asking Eric: Is it cold of my daughter's boyfriend to want her to pay half of their expenses?

Encouraging open conversations on finances can support healthy relationship dynamics.
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