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Articles by Teri Lynn
No, You Don't Have to Admit You're Wrong to Apologize (And Other Apology Myths Debunked)
No, You Don't Have to Admit You're Wrong to Apologize (And Other Apology Myths Debunked)
Teri Lynn · Why are real, meaningful apologies so few and far between? What have we internalized about the meaning of apologizing? Faux-apologies — apologies that deny responsibility, evade consequences, or turn the tables — come from underlying...
How Faux-Feelings Are Sabotaging Your Communication Efforts
How Faux-Feelings Are Sabotaging Your Communication Efforts
Teri Lynn · Getting in touch with our feelings and sharing "I-statements" is a known strategy for communicating nonviolently and bettering our chances of being heard. So why isn't it working?!   Faux-Feelings are Actually Thoughts   "I feel...
4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Speaking Up (or Listening)
4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Speaking Up (or Listening)
Teri Lynn · As a child, I was the shy kid who kept to herself. I rarely shared my inner world with others outside my close friendship circle, and even as an adult, my auto-default is still to hold my tongue. When I started addressing my...
3 Essential Strategies for Integrating Life Experiences
3 Essential Strategies for Integrating Life Experiences
Teri Lynn · The tumbling dance of your thoughts, feelings, and sensations can polish the rough rocks of your life story into precious gemstones.