Alexandra Roberts Blog

Reflections

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 02:12:00 +1100

Put down your burdens awhile

Business Wise - Do You Know Who You're in Bed With?

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 02:08:00 +1100

How do you mediate between business partners? Just as couples go for couples counselling, sometimes it’s wise to bring in external help to assist with mediation between business partners.

Personal Power

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 02:10:00 +1000

LIFE IS 10% HOW WE MAKE IT AND 90% HOW WE REACT TO IT.

Relationship Breakdown

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 04:03:00 +1100

When a relationship breaks down generally all parties suffer. We have a tendency to believe it is only the person who didn’t instigate the breakup that is affecte

Communication Matters!

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 04:02:00 +1100

Whether a verbal communication with a loved one, or an email communication with a work colleague as outlined below, often our perceptions are framed by our feelings at the moment we receive the message and we may mistake the intention of the message.

Relationships - Blind Spots

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 04:01:00 +1100

‘When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves ‘ Viktor Frankel”

Are You Listening to Me? What Did You Say? Listening Skills

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 04:00:00 +1100

To quote Peter F Drucker “the most important thing in communication is to hear what isn’t being said”!

Relationships - Good or Bad, We Choose!

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:59:00 +1100

Boredom, familiarity, lack of connectedness or passion, whatever term we might want to use, may affect any relationship personal or professional. What might we do about it?

Relationships and Courtesy

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:58:00 +1100

Please… Thank you… Would you mind if… Excuse me…Can I help with that… Sorry… Etc.,

Empathy in Relationships

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:57:00 +1100

How do we deepen our relationships? Often we feel we are showing empathy to our partners when it might be we are expressing sympathy or compassion.

Expectations... Be Careful They Impact Our Lives

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:51:00 +1100

Christmas is promoted as a joyous occasion, bringing families and friends together to celebrate and for many this is true. Unfortunately there is often a shadow side to the light that is Christmas.

How Do We Combat Ageism - Are We the Problem?

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:50:00 +1100

Today there are many vibrant women and men of all ages. Very different to say sixty years ago.

Are You Happy?

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:49:00 +1100

Are you happy with the year so far? Are you reaching the goals/commitments set earlier, that is, if you set any!

Attitudes are Contagious - Is Yours Worth Catching?

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:48:00 +1100

It is a given that it takes twenty-one days for a new habit to form. However it may take years to replace an old habit. Why is this?

Breaking Boundaries - Mean What You Say and Say What You Mean

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:45:00 +1100

Boundaries are personal and may be very different to another person who is likely to come unstuck when they cross yours!

How Do We Successfully Navigate The Process of Separation and Divorce?

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:43:00 +1100

The decision has been made, and the separation or divorce is now definite. How do we handle this process?

Foregiveness

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 03:08:00 +1100

FORGIVENESS DOES NOT CHANGE THE PAST BUT IT DOES ENLARGE THE FUTURE. IN A WORLD WHERE YOU CAN BE ANYTHING...BE KIND

Glass Half Full; Glass Half Empty

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 03:07:00 +1100

Most of us have heard the above phrase and someone once said “well its only a glass of water!” Is the latter that simple? The phrase may be overused though the underlying message is important.

Ex-Partner Communication

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 03:05:00 +1100

Two qualities to aim for when communicating with ex-partners are patience and wisdom – avoiding locking horns for the benefit of all involved.