Personal Development and Self Improvement

Photo by mstcwebEffective communication extends beyond making a clear point. Communication is about understanding others as well as being understood. I work hard at communicating with others so I can live in harmony with the world around me.
Regardless of the type of communication: verbal or non-verbal, explicit or implied, I use empathy to be able [...]

am able to communicate effectively because I let go of my negative emotions.
I let go of all negative thoughts and emotions that may hinder my abilities to communicate in positive ways.
I am a strong person that has control of my emotions.
I take pride in my ability to stay level headed and calm, and [...]

I am committed to fostering healthy relationships, therefore I speak my thoughts kindly. I value my own thoughts and let go of the idea that anyone else’s thoughts are more valid than my own.
I abandon the childish notion that people should be able to read my mind, and instead use effective words to communicate with others. [...]

 
I can express myself in healthy ways because I am in control of my frustrations.
 
Because I am able to communicate my feelings in healthy ways, I am free to experience a full range of feelings and emotions. I have tools and techniques to control my frustrations, and this allows me to communicate in positive ways.
 
I [...]

 
I exchange words and feelings with others in a positive and calm manner.
 
When I communicate with others, I first make sure that I am in a positive frame of mind. I do my best to be aware of the things I wish to convey to them.
 
I remove myself from feelings of anger and frustration before [...]