Awkward conversations are not just valuable—they're often essential for achieving important goals. Often, there is no way to have a particular conversation without it being awkward! Examples: Talking ...

Conversation lulls can be awkward. These conversation starters can keep the discussion flowing. We've all been there, sitting in the middle of a conversation that suddenly hits a dead end, leaving us ...

Life coach Moreah Vestan shares a few phrases that people who handle awkward situations gracefully say to make painful conversations with people we love a little less painful.

Make conversations less awkward with this easy tactic. Yes-or-no questions keep conversations from settling into a good flow—or end it before it really starts. The best conversation starters invite ...

We're uncomfortable sitting in silence for the same reasons we can't stand being around socially awkward people in conversations. The feelings of discomfort and embarrassment put a spotlight on our ...

All you need is 30 seconds to prep. By Jancee Dunn I’m hosting Thanksgiving for my extended family this year, and I want it to be restorative and fun. To set the mood, I’ll have my customary ...

We've all been there, sitting in the middle of a conversation that suddenly hits a dead end, leaving us desperately searching for something to say. The good news is, a stalled conversation can be ...

Most people walk away from a conversation they’ve just wrecked without knowing quite what happened. The words felt right in the moment. The intention was friendly, or at least harmless. And yet the ...