People are more sensitive to tone. To paraphrase the poet Maya Angelou, people will forget what you said, but they'll remember how you made them feel. The post Drop Tart Tone first appeared on Rick Hanson, PhD.| Rick Hanson, PhD
Blasting another person with anger is like throwing hot coals with bare hands: both people get burned. Speak calmly and from your heart, even when wronged.| Rick Hanson, PhD - Inner Strengths for Challenging Times
Encourage your mind to come to rest at least occasionally. Tell the truth to yourself about how much time you actually - other than sleep. The post Rest first appeared on Rick Hanson, PhD.| Rick Hanson, PhD
The fabric of your mind is woven by your body. Focus on what others communicate, and try to receive that as a valuable offering. Open your mind to the good that is implicit or down deep in the other person. The post Be the Body first appeared on Rick Hanson, PhD.| Rick Hanson, PhD
Acknowledging one's own part in a difficult situation is one of the hardest - and I think most honorable - things a person can do.| Rick Hanson, PhD - Inner Strengths for Challenging Times
