Photo courtesy of stock.xchng (lusi) Too often, what we mean to convey and the message that is actually received are not the same. Every day, this simple disconnect leads to familial misunderstandings, political incidents, wrongful terminations, and other unintended negative consequences! Finding simple ways to increase your own awareness around your intentions and your impact on others is a powerful way to practice right use of power. In this article, I illustrate some of these practices with examples... read more...
Impact and Intention: The Power of Increased Awareness
August 1st, 2012 by CedarTags: Academic Concerns, Child & Adolescent Issues, Communication Problems, Cultural & Social Issues, Fear, Psychotherapy, Relating to Self and Others, Right Use of Power, Self-Esteem, Shame and Guilt, Workplace Issues
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In Praise of Praise: On the Right Use of Influence
May 10th, 2012 by CedarWhen we treat children with praise, it helps reinforce behavior that we value rather than focusing solely on outcome. Used in this way, praise becomes an exercise in right use of power through influence. Although written to provide support for parents and teachers, my most recent article on GoodTherapy.org illustrates why appreciation is a universally good skill to hone. Click here to read the full article. Please note: I am a regular contributor to GoodTherapy.org, an association of mental... read more...
Tags: Being & Doing, Child & Adolescent Issues, Cultural & Social Issues, Parenting, Power, Psychotherapy, Relating to Self and Others, Workplace Issues
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