The stress of the pandemic compounded by holiday pressures may have your household nearing a boiling point this week. Fortunately, effective communication strategies can help you tackle tough topics, express what you’re feeling, and ultimately, resolve some tension in your home. … [Read more...] about Reduce conversation stress with these 8 communications strategies
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3 ways to improve communication while wearing a face mask
While face masks are vital for minimizing your risk of Covid-19, they can be a real hindrance to everyday communication. You might notice that your voice gets muffled when you try to greet the neighbor, or that you can’t understand the cashier clerk when they speak to you. Since … [Read more...] about 3 ways to improve communication while wearing a face mask
To connect more meaningfully with each other, call instead of texting
Over the last couple of months, social distancing has pushed many of us to rely on technology to connect with one another. And while many opt for text-based communications out of fear of awkwardness, new research shows that a phone call is more likely to produce the actual … [Read more...] about To connect more meaningfully with each other, call instead of texting
This smart glove translates sign language directly into speech
It is estimated that between 100,000 and 1 million people use American Sign Language in the United States. And like deaf communities around the world, when they communicate with non-signers, they typically need someone else to translate for them or turn to text-to-speech software … [Read more...] about This smart glove translates sign language directly into speech
Building rapport and why it’s important to do it with your kids
If you’re a parent, you’re likely spending a lot more time with your children these days, but spending time together isn’t necessarily the same as building a stronger relationship with your kids. Bobbi DePorter from SuperCamp reminds us of the importance of building rapport with … [Read more...] about Building rapport and why it’s important to do it with your kids
