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Set a boundary, not a wall
You might have heard this: “Set a boundary, not a wall.” But what does that actually mean in a workplace conversation? When something...

Alice Sheldon


Bridge has taught me a lot about needs and communication
I play regularly with two partners whom I delight in – and I notice different things with each of them. With one, there’s a lot of...

Alice Sheldon


When you want to help but are afraid you'll say the wrong thing
You know that moment when someone shares something vulnerable… and your mind goes blank? You really want to help. But you worry that if...

Alice Sheldon


The truth about those big emotional reactions we work so hard to hide
You know those moments when something "small" sends you into a spiral – of rage, embarrassment, defensiveness, shutdown? Your emotions...

Alice Sheldon


"You look like a convict" – and how to give other helpful feedback
"You look like a convict.” That’s what a very lovely friend told me this week – after watching one of my videos. Sadly, they weren’t...

Alice Sheldon


When you're overlooked in a meeting
er spoken up in a meeting – and then watched the conversation move on like you said nothing at all? It’s easy to second-guess yourself in...

Alice Sheldon


What to say when someone is unhappy with your decision
When someone's upset with you, do you apologise, argue or go quiet? It can be tempting either to avoid the conversation, defend yourself...

Alice Sheldon


Is perfectionism stopping you from speaking up?
Is your perfectionism keeping you quiet? Do you wait until the idea is polished, the plan is flawless, or the timing is right before...

Alice Sheldon


Do you find it hard to say 'no'?
It can be easier to avoid saying ‘no’—less awkward, more agreeable, less likely to provoke a reaction that you will find difficult. But...

Alice Sheldon


Are you avoiding difficult conversations?
What’s the conversation you’ve been putting off? The one that feels easier to avoid – even though the problem isn’t going away. Watch the...

Alice Sheldon


Your unspoken needs don't disappear – they come out elsewhere
Do you ever ignore your own needs because you don't want to appear difficult or demanding? The problem is, the needs we dismiss don’t...

Alice Sheldon
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