The Power of The Pause

The Power of The Pause

by | Aug 8, 2023

Why you need to try it now.   “If I had just taken the time to think before I spoke.” How many times have you said that to yourself? Maybe it was after saying something regretful or after not knowing what to say until 20 minutes after the person ended the...
The Power of Silence

The Power of Silence

by | Aug 1, 2023

Shhhh… you can make this work for you.   I have been working with two powerful techniques lately and I have to say ya’ll, they have been working for me!!! I am a talker. Growing up, I received lots of feedback about that in all forms, comments, criticism,...
Are You Becoming a Workplace Bully?

Are You Becoming a Workplace Bully?

by | Jul 25, 2023

3 commonly overlooked signs and what you can do about them.   Unfortunately, the times we are living in have made for some really unhappy, hurting, mean people. Yes, people are commenting more and more about the anger that they or others are experiencing right...
It’s About Access

It’s About Access

by | Jul 19, 2023

You know I have to say something. The Supreme Court’s recent decision on Affirmative action can’t go unanswered by The Conflict Closer. It’s about access and righting historical wrongs and harm. If you don’t know how many centuries of historical harm then you need to...
When It Comes to Conflict – Be Like Water

When It Comes to Conflict – Be Like Water

by | Jul 12, 2023

“Be like water. Adjust to the object and you will find your way around or through it. If nothing within you stays rigid, outward things will disclose themselves. Be like water, my friend.”  – Bruce Lee I am a HUGE Bruce Lee fan, but when I first read this 25...