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= Basic Rules To Improve Communication =
 * Never let anger get the best of you. Take a deep breath, clear your mind, and continue the conversation later.
 * Always appreciate the little things. You don’t need something big in your life to spark up happiness. The little things in life are just as important.
 * Build up relationships. Don’t tear them down. The people that are closest to you should be treasured and never taken for granted
 * Savor every moment. Always remember to take a step back and watch the life that’s in front of you. Make a memory out of the many amazing moments that you will someday witness.
 * Remember that it’s better to show humility than to show power. Sometimes the better thing to do in situations is to know when to give up power. Yes, it may be difficult, but you will be a better person for it.
 * Be a servant leader. Be the person that wants your help. Don’t be the person that demands for help. You want to put yourself out there for the betterment of others. Make sure the interest of others comes first before your own.
 * Ask for forgiveness. Throughout life you are going to mess up in relationships. Make sure to leave no stone unturned, and apologize. Not only that make sure to ask for forgiveness.
 * Be present. Don’t ever go into autopilot when involved with a conversation. Be physically and mentally there with any and all relationships.
 * Show gratitude. Let your relationships know how much they mean to you. Make sure that everything is out on the table, because you don’t know what the future has in store.
 * The most uncomfortable conversations are sometimes the most necessary. In life, things are going to happen. Don’t be afraid to share something that needs to be shared, because the other person may be wanting to do the same thing but too afraid to.
 * Look at the positives. It’s easy to only focus on the negatives in life. Don’t let the bad wash out the good. Focus on the great things in life.
 * Teach others. Communication is tough. Not everyone knows what appreciative inquiry is or what showing humility is, etc. Teach someone something that they will never get. Be a positive influence to others and change their life for the better.
 * Give eye contact. When speaking or listening to someone make sure to look them in the eyes to show interest. It also allows the other person know that you are paying attention.
 * Give meaningful feedback. Give back something of value that the other person will cherish. One worded answers are a no-go.
 * Think before you say. This could be one of the most important of all rules. Some people can be easily offended so before providing feedback take a step back and go over what you are going to say. Make sure that nothing could be taken as offensive and change it up if it is.

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= External Links = Effective Communication

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