Critical Communication

Your brain is always working in the background, solving problems and guiding all of your actions. But your brain is deceptive. It plays tricks on you. Some of these tricks are harmless and help you to function better. However, some of the tricks your brain pulls force you into mistakes allow you to miss opportunities. Metacognition is the study of how your thoughts are formed and operate. Once you understand some of the limitations and errors in your thinking, you can change your life.

The Listening Coach is a practical audio guide. It will help you coach yourself through the elements of listening that are critical in life, in business, and in your community. It is easy to listen to and digest and packed with practical ideas, so you can convert its insights into deeper ways of listening. Peppered with conversations and real-world case studies, you will discover the transformational impact of deep and generative listening. The Listening Coach will help you make a positive difference in the lives you encounter as you answer five key questions.

Your mate has you walking on eggshells. It seems that no matter what you do, it isn't right. You are at your wits' end. These type of mates can make you feel crazy, frustrated, and chaotic. Maybe you are experiencing depression and anxiety. The gnawing feeling in the pit of your stomach. You wish that they would just be happy, and you feel responsible when they aren't happy.

What is propaganda? It's no secret that we are often being sold things, by advertising companies, and now by the news. How did propaganda start? What was the history of it? How can we learn how to spot it and protect ourselves? Although propaganda has been around for a long time, its form has shifted. Although it is similar now to how it was, there are some key differences to be aware of. Clickbait and fake news: It seems as though a lot of news on the Internet these days is just "clickbait", designed to make people read but without much substance. Plus much more!