Firmness can co-exist with kindness. When you stop confusing being 'nice' with being passive, you learn that true ...

Donald Trump's increasingly deferential policies towards China are causing growing concern in Japan and Taiwan.

Some of the most challenging conversations we have are with our own family members. All, too often, we can treat friends and acquaintances, even total strangers, with more respect than we treat our ...

Sometimes, what feels like rudeness is just a powerful display of self-respect and healthy boundaries. Whether saying "no" to plans that drain your energy or being direct about what you need, these ...

In response to President-elect Donald Trump’s threats to isolate Chinese goods from the U.S. market, China is reportedly seeking to engage U.S. allies in Europe and Asia to mitigate the potential ...

Summary: How parents and toddlers play together can predict children’s future social interactions. By observing over 120 mother-child pairs, researchers found that responsive and assertive behaviors ...

You're a powerhouse, constantly seeking growth and charging forward. But even the most driven individuals can get stuck feeling held back at times. From my years of coaching high achievers and global ...

Before we had gaslighting and narcissism, passive-aggressive behavior was considered a major faux pax. It still is and for good reason. But let's back up a second—what exactly is "passive aggression"?