Category Archives: Communication

Communication makes or breaks relationships. Despite this we are seldom taught effective communication skills ate home, school or work.

Are you a nag?

Posted on 14 June 2016 by Kirsten Long

Morning rush is not always the best time for communication, is it? Sometimes even the simplest sentences cause great irritation. There I was rushing around getting things organised for the day. My husband was going to have a hectic day … Continue reading →

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Emotional Nudity – do you need it?

Posted on 24 June 2015 by Kirsten Long

  When you refuse to hide the real you behind a falsely created persona, you are practicing emotional nudity. Emotional nudity is being honest about who you are and what you are feeling – to yourself and to your partner … Continue reading →

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Look at what you have done

Posted on 20 April 2015 by Kirsten Long

You are not powerless. Perhaps you are choosing to do nothing. People around me are moaning about the state of the country. Social media are blaring out non-stop negativity about how bad everything is. Hate, crime, violence, xenophobia – it’s … Continue reading →

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Why defending yourself destroys your relationship…

Posted on 1 April 2015 by Kirsten Long

Pam was feeling upset. She and Craig just had an argument. In fact, she was also feeling confused. She thought she was doing the right thing. He obviously didn’t. They’d been at a lunch with friends earlier. She was telling … Continue reading →

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Crush Communication Complications in 4 Steps

Posted on 4 December 2014 by Kirsten Long

Crush Communication Complications Have you ever said something small and trivial to someone and they reacted furiously? As they stormed out the door, you wondered what was wrong with them? You somehow pushed their buttons and you’ve no idea why. … Continue reading →

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Long’s Suggestions for Long-Lasting Relationships

Posted on 9 September 2014 by Kirsten Long

Long-lasting relationships are the stuff of fairy-tales. Married-ever after! This is how the fairy-tale ends and no thought is given to the years that follow and to HOW you actually manage this. I did a speech at Toastmasters the other … Continue reading →

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Don’t Say No To Yourself Before They Do

Posted on 29 July 2013 by Kirsten Long

 “Should I ask?” I wondered. One thing I know, for sure, is that my father loves ice-cream. He had been through a horrendous time of surgery and recovery so when his meal was delivered I wanted to get him some … Continue reading →

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From the mouths of babes … (in this case my daughter)

Posted on 27 June 2013 by Kirsten Long

This guest post was written by my daughter. Thanks Tash! FIRST WORKING EXPERIENCES To gain work experience as soon as you can is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your future. Most jobs require experience and … Continue reading →

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One word can make a difference

Posted on 29 May 2013 by Kirsten Long

One word in particular causes lots of misunderstanding. Communication is often cited as the issue when conflict arises. We communicate all day, every day and yet, somehow, we are still not good at it. Mark Brown, the 1995 World Champion … Continue reading →

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3 Ways to Create Possibililty

Posted on 28 November 2012 by Kirsten Long

Language opens or closes possibilities for how we engage in the world. The common wisdom we all know about is being correct if we say “I can’t” and also being correct if we say “I can”. Recently I worked with … Continue reading →

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