I recently reflected on a story about how many hidden biases interfered with a relationship I had briefly in high school. Racist thoughts and beliefs had been taught by the people around me and the …
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My Ex-Boyfriend Dated a Racist*
It had been another tense ride home. As he drove, we both focused our eyes on the road. Why was dating so hard? We both liked each other. We went to the same school, shared many friends, and were on …
Five Actions to Take When You’re the Target of Sexual Harassment
As I've mentioned before, I have experience with sexual harassment from several angles. I have provided legal counsel to parties during their sexual harassment claims. I have investigated and mediated …
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Five Lessons I’ve Learned About Motivating Myself
Especially during the first two weeks of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, I had a difficult time accessing that focused and motivated professional I prefer to be. First, I was in shock by the …
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Seven Choices to Make When You’re the Target of Sexual Harassment
When I entered the workforce, I thought sexual harassment was just part of what I had to endure. And I did. Co-workers amused themselves in the kitchen of the fast-food restaurants by talking about …
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Five Reasons to Be Good To Your Employees
It still shocks me when I hear some of the employment horror stories people endure. Even in states and countries where there are substantial worker protections, we occasionally learn about an employer …
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Listen FOR Not Just TO Others
"We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak." --Epictetus (Greek philosopher) Have you ever found yourself frustrated during a conversation by the other person’s …
Nance L. Schick Shares with TalkSpace When to Bring in a Mediator
Nance was asked by TalkSpace's Brittney Saline about healthy versus unhealthy conflict resolution techniques. Naturally, she encouraged mediation for those who have reached an impasse. Below are some …
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Frequently-Asked Questions About Coaching
What's the difference between coaching and counseling? Counseling is typically led by a licensed psychotherapist, mental health counselor, or social worker and focuses on how you are feeling--often …
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Create the Relationship You Want with Anyone in Your Life [VIDEO]
My goal is to keep you out of court and build your conflict resolution skills. I am offering one tool to do that—for FREE through the end of the year. DIY Conflict Resolution Even people who …
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