It's easy to avoid criticism. Aristotle figured it out centuries ago: “To avoid criticism say nothing, do nothing, be nothing.” That sounds a lot like being dead, and since we know that even death is no protection against criticism, it makes sense … [Read more...] about How to deal with critical people
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Asking for what you want: 3 essential rights
How would your life change if you used these two sentences? I want/like _____________________. I don’t want/like ____________________. Many people, men and women, don’t think they have the right to want (or not want) things for themselves. … [Read more...] about Asking for what you want: 3 essential rights
How to stop manipulators
Master manipulators come in all shapes and sizes. Mom dons the cloak of martyrdom. “No,” she sighs. “That’s OK. Really. You kids go ahead without me. I’ll just stay here…until whenever you finally get back. You'll have more fun without … [Read more...] about How to stop manipulators