by Esther C. Bleuel | May 17, 2017
Have you ever been on the losing end of nepotism? Or lost a position or promotion, that you believe you have earned, to a less-qualified person or co-worker?
Has a friend or professional colleague manipulated or lied publicly about you … Read the rest
by Esther C. Bleuel | Jan 23, 2017
I first posted this wonderful TED Talk by David Steindl-Rast a few years ago. Given the current climate in our country, I thought it would be a good time for a “return engagement.”
A monk and interfaith scholar, Brother David … Read the rest
by Esther C. Bleuel | Jan 23, 2017
We all have internal conversations. Take a minute and think about what you’ve said to yourself today. Was it critical? Was it helpful? How did you feel after this experience?
Because our thoughts are the source of our emotions and … Read the rest
by Esther C. Bleuel | Jun 18, 2016
A Search For Common Ground – Part One: Authentic Discourse
A Search For Common Ground – Part Two: Overcoming Resistance
None of us wants to be judged or criticized, especially for our thoughts and beliefs. We want to feel safe … Read the rest
by Esther C. Bleuel | Apr 28, 2016
The quality of conversation determines the quality of a relationship. Much more than words, a conversation is engagement, interaction and the glue of relationships. And, when communication is authentic, it promotes connection and earns trust between people.
Brain research shows … Read the rest
by Esther C. Bleuel | Apr 18, 2016
A Search For Common Ground – Part One: Authentic Discourse
A Search For Common Ground – Part Three: Conversations That Work!
Are you with me or against me? In life, we’re all essentially in the same boat — as humans, … Read the rest