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Mastering the Basics of Collaboration

Working as a team is often easier to describe than to execute, especially when tensions run high. Sometimes the most effective ways to collaborate are to return to the basics and take the process one step at a time.

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Words to Avoid to Effectively Communicate During Conflict

Regardless of the relationship, conflict is inevitable. Being able to handle conflict well takes practice and time, and even with developed skills, conflict can still be left unresolved. Here are some trigger words to avoid that can intensify a conflict instead of resolving it.

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Building Friendships During the 2020 Holiday Season

It is going to be different this year as there have been so many new pressures and demands on relationships as we have navigated social distancing, closed churches, universities, and entertainment venues. With so many differences, how can we stay connected and on the same page with friends?

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Resolving Roommate Rivalry

Roommates do not always get along. Other factors, such as differences in personality and expectations, can contribute to roommate discord. Especially in a time when stress may be amplified during the coronavirus pandemic, it is best to avoid these five most common conflict creators among roommates.

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Two Helpful Hints to Maximize the Benefits of Technology in Relationships

Communicating effectively and honestly can be difficult, especially when you add technology into the mix. Learn two tips for healthy communication in an age of technology.

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The Upside & Downside of Communicating through Technology

Technology can be an asset or a liability in relationships. The trouble is that because texting is so easy, we do it instead of talking.