Author Archives: Cinnie Noble

Thought it’s often difficult to be quiet and just listen when someone is upset with us, we miss the chance to hear what’s important to her or him. Interrupting, pushing our point, and other such reactions don’t help. It’s not … Continue reading →

Many of us rise to conflicts that arise in our lives and put a lot of energy into them. Such interactions however, generally end up depleting us. When that happens we feel a drain on our spirit and willingness to … Continue reading →

There are times when we become angry or feel other emotions regarding a conflict that we displace onto other people and situations. That is, we may take out our emotions on another person, or on an unrelated and less poignant … Continue reading →

Often when things provoke us we react without thought. We say hurtful and retaliatory things. And we seem to feel justified in fighting fire with fire. The results are lethal burning for both of us. With what else may we … Continue reading →

Have you ever had someone comment on the look on your face as the sure sign you are angry? For many, such looks say it all and it feels like a clear message, such as “don’t mess with me”. As … Continue reading →