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 …