Have you ever had difficulty communicating your feelings or needs with your partner, family, or friends? Being able to Describe the situation, Express how you feel, Assert your needs, and Reinforce your needs through the conversation. All while being Mindful about being on topic, Assertive, and confident in yourself, and being open to Negotioning with the other person to assure both are having their needs met to a satisfactory place.

In part IV of having hard conversations, Dr. Emerald, DC & Katherine Garcia, LPC share a critical communication skill called Dear Man. A skill that over time can help you to grow your communication skills with the people around you.