As human beings, we must keep a “bottom line” or set some kind of boundaries or limitations when maintaining honest, safe, respectful, and trustworthy lifelong relationships. Mencius once said: “Without a pair of compasses and a set square, it is hard to draw a perfect circle and a square.” He was alluding to the fact ...
To some people, being responsible means being able to provide for their family and contribute positively to society; to others, it means being accountable for their behavior. Instilling a sense of responsibility in your children may seem like a tall order, but it’s worthwhile. Your children might also view this journey as a punishment, but ...
The most important subjects children can learn aren’t graded. Those lessons are in strong character and moral values, yet we seldom receive instruction. Here are some of the best gifts to help introduce those great lessons and build character in your children. Developing companionship For children, the warmest love comes from the companionship of parents. ...
Personality traits vary widely and frequently influence behavior, decisions, social interactions, and goals. Strong personalities are likely the most noticeable among the several personality types. A strong personality is described by several characteristics, the most important of which are steadfast self-belief and confidence. Individuals may not know what they are dealing with when they encounter ...
Couples generally come together to form lifelong relationships. However, each person has to proactively and sincerely maintain these relationships attentively to achieve this longevity. Practice these 4 mindfulness habits to help build more harmonious relationships 1. Sincerely express appreciation and thankfulness A wife can express her gratitude toward her husband’s contribution to the family when ...
Like most entrepreneurs, you may have done the majority of day-to-day work alone in the early stages of your business. However, as your business expands, you must create a team and effectively manage it. It would be best if you had leadership in your arsenal to keep your team on track. But why is leadership ...
Listening is the basis of communication and building lasting relationships. It’s more than just hearing what the other person is saying, which makes it crucial to become a better listener. It’s about telling what they are feeling by their verbal cues, nonverbal cues, the tone of their voice, and the words they use. This way, ...
Dealing with criticism is a challenging yet essential life skill. Building your sense of self-worth takes years, and an ill-received comment can destroy all that. But in life, you’ll inevitably get criticized by your boss, coworkers, family, or even strangers. It would help if you learned to handle it expertly because it’s essential for personal ...
In Western society, a person is harshly judged on their etiquette, and how they conduct themselves at the dinner table is no exception. An individual’s table etiquette reflects their habits and upbringing as a child. A friend once told me about an experience at work while recruiting new staff members. A qualified university graduate student ...
My mom had an old writing desk with a drawer she always kept locked. None of us six children knew what was inside the drawer as my mom never shared the contents with us. Two months after my mother passed away, my sister opened the drawer. Nothing of value was inside except for a small ...