Do you know the difference between passive, aggressive, and assertive behavior? Many of the questions and comments I receive from women are around understanding the difference between passive, ...

There are four main types of communication styles: passive, aggressive, passive aggressive, and assertive. These styles can impact our relationships as they affect the way in which we communicate our ...

There’s a powerful difference between getting what you want and alienating everyone in the process. That difference often boils down to understanding aggression vs assertiveness. One builds walls ...

Some of the most challenging conversations we have are with our own family members. All, too often, we can treat friends and acquaintances, even total strangers, with more respect than we treat our ...

The shortest distance between two points is a straight line. We learn that fact in geometry, but it can apply to communication. A clear, straightforward statement or assertive phrase is sometimes ...

Do you want a healthier relationship? We all do, of course. But while mutual trust—the bedrock of any intimate relationship—and respect and empathy are crucial elements of longevity, let’s take a ...