Author: Rick Thompson

Everyday conversations with friends, colleagues, and acquaintances are not just a necessity—they provide an opportunity to reveal different aspects of your personality. For example, making witty jokes in a group shows a good sense of humor and charisma, while staying calm when dealing with difficult clients demonstrates strong conflict resolution skills. The key is to…

In any conversation, the most important factors are mutual interest and attention between the participants. When speaking with someone, it is essential to provide constant feedback to signal whether you find the topic engaging, whether the dialogue should continue, or if it’s better to change the subject or take a break. Genuine interest from a…

Communicating with people from different countries and cultures is an exciting and enriching experience that broadens our horizons. However, initiating a conversation with a foreigner can feel intimidating due to language barriers. Fortunately, you don’t need to be fluent in another language to engage in meaningful communication. What truly matters is an open-minded attitude, friendliness,…

When we talk to someone, maintaining eye contact is very important. It demonstrates interest in the conversation, shows that the person is listening attentively, and helps interpret nonverbal cues such as gestures, posture, facial expressions, and voice intonation. When conversation partners look each other in the eyes, it strengthens their connection and encourages further communication.…

When we communicate with friends, colleagues, or acquaintances, we try to express our thoughts, wishes, and needs as clearly as possible so that we are understood and can connect effectively. Despite this, misunderstandings still happen from time to time. To prevent such situations, it is important not only to express yourself logically but also to…

Today, many psychologists emphasize the importance of developing emotional intelligence as an essential part of one’s personality. In addition to general intelligence, people need the ability to recognize both their own emotions and those of others, manage these emotions, and use them to benefit themselves and those around them. Emotional intelligence can only be improved…

Entering the internet, every person becomes part of a virtual society. This applies to all platforms—forums, social networks, chats, and interest groups. In these spaces, people can create the image of themselves that they want to present to others. Cybersecurity When meeting someone online, it is important to maintain a reasonable level of caution. The…

Personal boundaries are a concept that psychologists discuss and write about extensively today. These are certain communication norms that each person sets for themselves—what topics they are comfortable discussing, the tone of voice they find acceptable, and how they allow others to interact with them, their body, and their personal belongings. Setting personal boundaries is…

Nowadays, many people seek friendly, open-minded conversational partners—those who clearly express their thoughts, emotions, and needs. But what if someone constantly manipulates you, instills guilt, and twists conversations to serve their own interests? How can you identify such individuals early on and protect yourself from being deceived? The good news is that recognizing manipulative people…

A person’s behavior in society greatly influences their success and popularity. One of the most important qualities in communication is confidence. Someone who knows their worth and recognizes their value instantly leaves a good impression. But what if confidence is not your strong suit? Let’s explore ways to develop it. Tip 1: stop comparing yourself…