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Four Ways to Hear Any Message

and our needs, the more likely we are to see our choices. Notice the choices you have when you receive someone’s communication today. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: Judge Blame Self criticism Shame Empathy Presence Choice Mary Mackenzie
Defining Needs

the strategy, the more likely we are to resolve conflicts with ease. Be aware of the differences between your needs and strategies today. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: Conflict Strategy Distinction Needs Mary Mackenzie
A Focus on Needs

connection in our relationships. Be aware of opportunities to focus on needs in order to resolve an issue with at least one person today. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: Conflict Needs Trainer Tip Mary Mackenzie
Overcoming Insecurity in Friendships

going on with the other person, rather than wondering about it. Ask at least one friend how being your friend enhances her life today. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: Friend Clarify Insecurity Trainer Tip Mary Mackenzie
Empathy vs. Sympathy

and ease. Empathy is a profound healing technique. Be aware of when you are giving someone sympathy rather than empathizing today. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: empathy sympathy distinction Mary Mackenzie
Honesty Is the Key

or unmet. Request: making a specific and doable request. Notice and act on opportunities to be honest and authentic with someone today. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: honest authentic intimate Mary Mackenzie
Being the Change We Seek

transformation happen. Make a conscious effort today to respond to the people in your life the way you would want them to respond to you. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: initiative change self responsibility Mary Mackenzie
Evaluating Ourselves with Compassion

for change. Be aware of your negative self-talk today and take a few moments to connect with your unmet needs associated with the issue. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: evaluation self judgement empathy compassion self talk self criticism shame change Mary Mackenzie
Become Willing to Express Appreciation

and I have yet to meet one person who doesn’t enjoy hearing how he has done so. Express your appreciation to at least one person today. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: appreciation gratitude Mary Mackenzie
Change Your Thoughts to Change Your World

when you have judgmental thoughts about yourself or other people. Then try to translate those thoughts into your feelings and needs. This trainer tip is an excerpt from Mary Mackenzie's book, Peaceful Living, available from PuddleDancer Press. Keywords: judgement criticism evaluation attitude relationships influence Mary Mackenzie