Listening

Basic Principles of Communication

We’ve been doing it since the first humanoids appeared on the planet, so by now – hundreds of thousands of years into our existence – we have some basic notions about what governs our communication. We understand that our human interactions are purposeful, not random. We observe that we make choices, that there is usually room for another meaning from what we intend (so communication is ambiguous)... »

Principles of Active Listening

Active listening is an essential skill counsellors can exploit to develop a positive and healthy interaction with a client. There are numerous situations in which counsellors can utilise active listening to build rapport with clients and improve overall communication. Some of these are explored in this article. »

Communication and Counselling

Communication is one of the fundamental necessities of our relationships with other people, whether it is a stranger, work colleague, family member, child or life partner. While our interpersonal relationships can be rewarding, many of us find ourselves in situations of mis-communication and communication breakdown, often leading to interpersonal conflict. »