Communication Skills and Positive Thinking Skills 1.5 hours

·       The changes in our lives as we age include many things. There may be challenges with our own mental or physical health or the health of our partner or friends. As we try to communicate with our family and friends about how we are feeling and experiencing all these changes, practicing good communication skills becomes essential. We want to maintain relationships and support and keep them. We want to know how to be sure others understand our needs and ensure we are sensitive to the needs of others. In this workshop we will discuss:

·       How to use the “I” message and how it can help with difficult conversations

·       What passive, passive-aggressive, aggressive and assertive styles look and feel like when we use them, or someone uses them on us, so we understand the likely consequence when we choose a style to communicate in.

·       Why it is important to remember people are not mind-readers

·       How to use the power of positivity to improve your mental and physical health.