by Lois Melkonian | Oct 24, 2019
How far do you go to find just the right thing to say – to encourage, suggest or chastise?If your priority is to have the perfect words, it might make you anxious. Especially if you’re going to meet with your boss, a grieving friend, an ex-spouse or someone you... Read more…
by Lois Melkonian | Oct 16, 2019
For decades, my chosen career path required me to speak, out loud. Talking became a frenetic activity. Fast and energetic, anxiety-driven, at times disordered.As I’ve transitioned into life coaching, talking is taking a back seat. The beauty of this practice is... Read more…
by Lois Melkonian | Oct 15, 2019
I remember the day when one of my sons responded to something I asked him by challenging me.“Why are you asking me that, Mom? You know the answer.”He was right, I hadn’t forgotten. I was trying to fill the void. Make conversation. Appear interested.Using questions to... Read more…
