Gary Chapman's book "The Five Love Languages" is a total game-changer when it comes to leveling up your relationships.  Whether you apply it to a spouse, child, co-worker, or client, you can really increase your impact when you show appreciation by taking a moment to figure out their love language.

I discuss each of the five love languages, ideas on how to implement this premise, and ultimately how you can test for your love language for free!

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You've heard this phrase, but I expand on what it means to truly listen and to also drop the sarcasm with your loved ones, friends, and business life.  As Disney trains their employees on how to really answer questions like "What time is the three o'clock parade"?  

By dumping the sarcasm and really answering, you build a stronger bridge in your relationships.

I challenge you to really try and listen.  No more letting your mind wander, or worse, not listening because you are just waiting for them to pause to interject.  

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Kids are notorious for hiding "oops" and other mistakes.  I had one child that would hide their poop filled diaper if it happened at night.  Well, as adults sometimes we are guilty for hiding our poop too.  We try and hide our mistakes, when we are wrong and what we really need to do is to OWN UP TO IT!  Apologize to yourself or to someone that you've been avoiding.  Get it done and over with and stop hiding.

Make a list of your family, and think of anything you might have guilt with.  Own up to it and move on.

Now with smaller kids, you may have to say a silent apology to yourself because they may not have any idea what you're talking about.  But get it out and move on.

Good luck but I know you'll love the way you feel afterwards!

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Everyone tries this.  Perhaps its our kids with bedtime or a certain chore.  Maybe it's you and taking out the trash or calling to deal with bill collectors.  Either way, we have things we have to do.  Change your mindset to "must do" and get it done and out of the way first thing.  The rest of your day will thank you.  No more worry, no more angst.  Brian Tracy talks about it in his book, "Eat That Frog" and I strongly urge you to check it out.  

Imagine if you adopt this attitude what your kids will learn from you, or your team at work.  "Eat That Frog" is a sure fire way to change your day for the better.

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