Relationships & Communication

The Most Important Thing Many Parents Never Teach Their Children

by Patrick Zeis December 15, 2023

Why Skillfully Asking Questions Is a Communication Superpower

by Patrick Zeis January 15, 2018

Modern communication often moves at a frantic and reactive pace. Conversations become rushed, distracted, assumption-driven, emotionally defensive, or focused primarily on broadcasting opinions rather than …

Why Difficult People Can Become Our Greatest Teachers

by Patrick Zeis August 14, 2017

Every human life is shaped by relationships, and with relationships inevitably comes friction. A stranger cuts us off in traffic. A coworker communicates in ways …

Moral Elevation — How Witnessing Goodness Inspires Others to Act Virtuously

by Patrick Zeis June 5, 2017

Why Empathy Is Essential for Meaningful Relationships & True Human Connection

by Patrick Zeis January 19, 2017

Modern life has created unprecedented levels of connection alongside growing experiences of emotional disconnection. Human beings are more digitally connected than ever before, yet many …

The Psychology of Judging Others & How to Move Beyond This Natural Tendency

by Patrick Zeis October 10, 2016

Human beings constantly evaluate one another. Whether consciously or unconsciously, people form rapid impressions based on appearance, behavior, status, speech, political beliefs, social identity, lifestyle …

Meaningful Dinner Conversation Questions for Deepening Connection with Others

by Patrick Zeis August 1, 2016

The Importance of Healthy Relationships & How to Evaluate Your Associations

by Patrick Zeis June 3, 2016

Human beings are deeply social creatures. From the earliest stages of life, our relationships shape the way we think, feel, communicate, behave, and understand ourselves. …

Why Influence in Relationships Starts With Changing Ourselves

by Patrick Zeis March 29, 2016

Relationships are among the most emotionally powerful forces in human life. They can bring connection, love, encouragement, safety, and meaning, but they can also become …