Tag Archives: Verbal Skills

Why We Set Boundaries

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Alena Schaim

People sometimes tell me that they hate conflict, and so setting boundaries is difficult for them. In reality, learning to set boundaries is perfect for the person who wants to avoid conflict because it prevents conflict from arising or becoming … Continue reading →

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Cultivating the “How Dare You?”

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Alena Schaim

After my IMPACT class, I went from being complacent about my boundaries being crossed to a feeling of “How dare you?!”  I felt incredulous that anyone would take from me something that is mine by right.  Whether it was my … Continue reading →

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What It Takes To Stop An Assault (and how the media misrepresents that)

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Alena Schaim

It takes less than you might imagine to stop an assault.  Stopping an assault is not about “winning” or being stronger than the assailant. Research shows that the majority of assailants are looking for someone who won’t stand up for … Continue reading →

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The Laws of Nature

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Alena Schaim

There are certain laws of the natural world. • What goes up, must come down. • If you touch something hot, you will pull your hand away. • If someone tries to harm me or someone I love, _________. It’s … Continue reading →

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Powerful Words: Verbal Strategies for Prevention

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Alena Schaim

I recently gained perspective on the importance of verbal skills while traveling internationally in areas where I did not speak the language. I am used to answering my own, infrequent “what would I do if…?” questions.  My response is typically … Continue reading →

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