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Traits that make you a climate denier

Climate change is real, but many still don’t believe it. You’re more likely to be a denier if you have these personality...

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09th Oct. 2019 10:10 AM

Hurricane eye on Earth viewed from space. Satellite view. Elements of this image furnished by NASA. Typhoon Nabi, 2005.

Challenging behaviour needs an appropriate response

A caring and supportive manner can be the most effective way to address poor conduct

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14th March 2019 12:03 PM

For many people, thinking of how the person might receive our message about their behaviour may stop us from saying anything.

Constructive feedback can happen without conflict

Come to the conversation with curiosity and good intentions and free of emotional loads.

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07th Feb. 2019 12:02 PM

People appreciate feedback, so make sure you give it with the best approach.

Howard: Immigration debate isn’t ‘racist’

John Howard has called for a “mature” debate on Australia’s immigration rate, while opening up about his wife’s cancer...

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11th Dec. 2018 3:12 PM

John Howard has called for “mature” debate on Australia’s immigration rate, while opening up about facing his wife’s battle with cancer and the Port Arthur massacre in his first year as PM. Picture Kym Smith

Mum ready to answer the call at any moment

HAVING a serious chat with the kids about sharing problems with their mum had suddenly sounded more like Optimus Prime...

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11th Sept. 2018 10:09 AM

Mums might get busy with day-to-day life but will always be there for their children.

We need to reclaim the art of conversation

WE’RE missing opportunities to convey deep feelings if we only communicate via text or apps and not face-to-face. But the...

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28th Aug. 2018 9:08 AM

We need to remember the benefits of face-to-face conversation. (Pic: iStock)

Communication: a matter of understanding

Learning how to communicate effectively is a vital part of a successful conversation.

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06th May 2018 6:05 PM

Being an effective communicator is a skill that takes effort and experience and requires patience and commitment.

Slow food for the soul

Tips on how to be in the moment and enjoy the conversation you're having.

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31st Aug. 2017 4:08 PM

The theories behind the slow cooking movement can also apply to other parts of life - slow down and have a meaningful conversation once in a while.

‘More poodle than Prime Minister’: Turnbull's shame

MALCOLM Turnbull was more “poodle-like” than Australian Prime Minister in his first conversation with Donald Trump.

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04th Aug. 2017 2:08 PM

Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd said he believed the leak was more damaging for Mr Turnbull than Mr Trump. picture: Screengrab/CNNSource:CNN

OPINION: Are smart phones killing conversation?

WHEN I see people looking down into their mobile phone rather than sitting and talking to the person opposite them, it...

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21st Feb. 2017 6:02 AM

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