Getting interrupted is frustrating. Just when you gather your thoughts to make your point, the other person cuts you off, leaving you feeling belittled and annoyed. It might not be intentional, but interruptions during conversations can cause you to feel dismissed and lose your train of thought. The lack of communication techniques sets you up ...

Some conversations are meant to be secured secrets they sing to the soul and bring a mysterious smile to your face every time you think about them.

I am the type of person who wants to spend the most time they can with my loved ones. I want my friends and family to know that I care. The thing I’ve learned throughout the years is that I may think I’m putting in the maximum amount of effort, but to the other person, ...

It was plain to hear no conversation could take place without a chaperone   Hushed voices from another adult Stopping sentences half said   Then came, “Please try your call later,” disconnected numbers, no dial tone.   All contact stopped.   Believing now that no happy reunion Filled with tears and so many questions   ...

Family meals are an excellent way for parents to connect with children. There are several studies that show many benefits of eating with your children even if it is only a couple times a week. These meals not only benefit the children but help parents. If you want to reduce family tension and lower stress ...

Asking the galaxy, “Does he want me?” I glare up at the desolate sky above– or is it just me, casually making conversation with the blank ceiling in my bathroom again?   It then responds with, wrinkled fingertips in lukewarm water.   Flat buzz of a fan, no revelation.   Brewing desire, a clueless boy, ...