by Rick Hanson | Mar 5, 2024 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
Enjoy the good feelings and other rewards of dropping your case. Set down the case, like plopping down a heavy suitcase. Enjoy the feelings, the spaciousness of mind, openness of heart, inner freedom, and other rewards of dropping your case.
by Rick Hanson | Feb 6, 2024 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
There are three elements of tone: 1) Explicit content 2) Emotional subtext 3) Implicit statement about the nature of the relationship.
by Rick Hanson | Jan 16, 2024 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
3 things to help guide you to find peace: Stop Things from Building Up, Understand What’s Making You Angry, Find Key Ways to Turn Anger into a Peaceful Heart
by Rick Hanson | Jan 9, 2024 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
Find compromises and work with your partner for the benefit of your child. Minor differences in parenting style are okay. But children get confused when there are major differences. Here are five ways to work effectively and get the best possible results.
by Rick Hanson | Oct 10, 2023 | Blog, Foundations of Relationships, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
Do not underestimate the impact of a small deed. We all know that the needs in this world are great. And so are the opportunities to make a big difference to the ones we touch.
by Rick Hanson | Jan 30, 2023 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
Blasting another person with anger is like throwing hot coals with bare hands: both people get burned. Speak calmly and from your heart, even when wronged.
by Rick Hanson | Sep 29, 2020 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
Goodwill and ill will are about intention: the will is for good or ill. Ill will creates negative, vicious cycles. But that means that good will can create positive cycles. Plus good will cultivates wholesome qualities in you.
by Rick Hanson | Dec 31, 2019 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
Often it’s words and the accompanying tone that actually do the most damage. Your ability to speak wisely can prevent lasting emotional pain.
by Rick Hanson | Aug 27, 2014 | Blog, Interpersonal Skills, Just One Thing
Friendliness is a down-to-earth approach that is welcoming and positive. Being friendly feels confident and happy, with a positive take on other people, moving toward the world instead of backing away from it.