“I statements” can help reduce conflict and defensiveness — even if you feel silly while using them. By Catherine Pearson Imagine telling your partner a story. You’re just getting to the good part — ...

If you’ve ever felt love for your partner, but are at a loss for words when it comes to saying what you mean, you’re not alone. From freezing up and shutting down to over-explaining yourself until ...

Being assertive is a skill we all need in our toolbox. It’s about standing up for yourself, expressing your thoughts, and ...

The old cliche goes, "There's no 'I' in team." There's no "I" in argument, either. However, psychologists share that using "I statements" during tense discussions can be incredibly effective—and ...

It has become common advice for businesspeople to use “I statements” — such as, “I feel frustrated that you missed the budget deadline twice” — as a way to raise challenging conversations without ...

As the new school year begins, there are many potential areas of conflict between parents and their teenage or young adult children. Just as teens and young adult can invite their parents to practice ...