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1). We Have to Talk: A Step-By-Step Checklist for Difficult Conversations By : Judy Ringer
Think of a conversation you’ve been putting off. Got it? Great. Then let’s go. There are dozens of books on the topic of difficult, crucial, challenging, important (you get the idea) conversations (I list several at the end of this article). Those times when you know you should talk to someone, but you don’t. Maybe you’ve tried and it went badly. Or maybe you fear that talking will only make the situation worse.
Article Related to: communication, conflict, difficult conversations, problem solving, advocacy, acknowledgement, inquiry

2). Advocate Respectfully By : Judy Ringer
This is one of a series of brief articles on holding difficult conversations. In earlier issues of Ki Moments, I suggested ways to open communications that create mutual respect; we talked about the importance of knowing your purpose for the conversation; and we added Inquiry and Curiosity to our conversational toolbox. Here the topic is Advocacy. Advocacy is the flip side of Inquiry – the opportunity that you open for yourself to tell your story.
Article Related to: assertiveness, communication skills, holding difficult conversations, respect, advocacy, managing emotions, anger management, conflict management, aikido

3). Aiding a Family Member Healing from a Traumatic Brain Injury By : Alan Haburchak
When a person is a victim of a brain injury (TBI), it is not only them who suffers the consequences. Family members who are caring for the patient after they have been released from medical care are also susceptible to adverse affects. It is important that family members caring for the victim are supported as well so that they can uphold a positive support system to aid in a smooth recovery.
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