Category Archives: Family / Friends
Starting to Shift from the Drama Triangle to the Winner’s Triangle
A few years ago when I was studying, I came across the drama triangle. It made a lot of sense to me at the time in relation to the different scripts we can play out in our relationships. So, What is the Karpman Drama Triangle? The Karpman Drama Triangle is also known as the rescue triangle. It…
The Empowerment Triangle – A Win/Win Solution for Everybody
Last night, I received an e-mail from someone who is interested in my coaching services. In the e-mail they thought I would be “fixing them” if they started working with me. That could not be further from the truth… Subsequently, in the post I am going to share with you my approach to coaching and mentoring,…
The Difference Between Recognition and Appreciation
Throughout my career, I have been fortunate enough to observe, work alongside of and learn from a variety of leaders in a variety of professions. Growing up as a professional athlete, I valued recognition when I performed well or won a tournament that I had trained hard for. However, I am not sure if I…
Why Am I Afraid To Tell You Who I Am?
A few months ago, I came across the book Why Am I Afraid To Tell You Who I Am? by John Powell. At the time I was researching some information on communication for a presentation I was preparing for. The book aligned with a number of understandings I had learnt previously about relationships and wanted…
The Five Levels of Communication
In the book Why Am I Afraid To Tell You Who I Am?, John Powell describes Five Levels of Communication on how people can relate to one another. The five levels of communication represent five degrees of willingness that people use to communicate about themselves to others. The Five Levels of Communication As you…
What Are The 5 Love Languages?
Have you ever had an argument or disagreement with a friend or partner and wish they could know how you are feeling? This happened to me and also one of my clients this week. It got me wondering why can’t we take the time to build two-way, harmonious relationships and not make assumptions that other…
Becoming Aware of Defence Mechanisms
So you have decided one or more of your behaviours is a problem, not a preference – now what? We need to become aware of our defence mechanisms… What are Defence Mechanisms? There are a number of definitions including – “a mental process initiated unconsciously to avoid experiencing conflict or anxiety” ~ Google “A…
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