Marie Dubuque
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Let’s discuss communication and how we can do it better. My articles are 100 percent human, written by me.
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Should you Invite Your Estranged Adult Child to a Significant Life Event?
This party is a big deal. You are retiring and all your friends, family and colleagues will attend. But you are estranged from your adult child. Maybe this would be a good opportunity to reconnect…Or would it?
By Marie Dubuqueabout 3 hours ago in Families
How to Handle Someone Who Makes Offensive Remarks about Something You are Passionate About
You are sitting there having a nice conversation with someone when all of a sudden they start slamming the very thing you are passionate about…Whether it’s your favorite baseball team or a spinning class you just joined, the remarks sting.
By Marie Dubuquea day ago in Humans
Why is No One Polite Anymore?
Have you noticed that people don’t care anymore? They want what they want and don’t give a sh*t about the consequences. Am I oversimplifying this problem? Or is it even a problem? Maybe people aren’t any more rude now than in the past. I just feel it more these days.
By Marie Dubuque2 days ago in Humans
How Do You Gain Respect Without Coming Across as Overbearing?
You thought you earned the respect of your peers. You thought everyone liked and admired you…Yet, you are dead wrong. Why? You found out through a trusted friend that people are talking behind your back. You no longer have the respect you so coveted. In fact, the comments are demeaning.
By Marie Dubuque4 days ago in Humans
When Do You Allow Someone to See the Real You?
You’re probably thinking, “I am always my true self with everyone.” Are you really? I mean, we all put up a facade when we meet someone. Say you are feeling lousy and you run into an acquaintance who asks how you are doing. Most of us automatically say that we’re fine, even when we’re not.
By Marie Dubuque5 days ago in Humans
Will Smiling Make You Appear More Confident?
I smile constantly.…Not because I need or want to. It’s because I have to. For some reason, when I don’t, people think I look mad. Maybe naturally, my mouth is turned downward resulting in an angry look? I am not sure. All I know is when I run into someone, anyone, I smile broadly.
By Marie Dubuque6 days ago in Humans
What are the Key Differences Between Runaway Husband and Walkaway Wife Syndromes?
I just finished the book “Strangers“ By Belle Burden. It was compelling and unnerving at the same time. Belle gives a complete and detailed picture of how her marriage unraveled in a day, and how this smart and gutsy woman picked up the pieces.
By Marie Dubuque7 days ago in Humans
