"Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss is a fascinating book. From playing around with the basic techniques described, I find that labels are great conversation starters while mirrors are ideal to keep it flowing. #conversation #communication #negotiation #relationship

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Have a nice coffee break ☕️ 🍪 #coffeechain #coffee #cookie

Happiness is a state of mind? Cultivate a positive outlook on life. It's not about what you do, it's about how you do it. It's not about what you have or want, it's about what it means to you. It's not about what you experience, it's about the people you experience it with.

Hearing the clock ticking. History unfolds. What can I affect? Small neuron in a big brain. Actions ripple through spacetime. Liebe deinen Nächsten wie dich selbst.

Let go of the distractions. Ponder what's important. Give meaning to ordinary things. Find gratitude and take agency. Make your inner child proud of what it has become.

No need to write anything. Other things are more important. Time to write is a gift. I'm grateful for that. It calms the mind. With every sentence comes more clarity. On to the next.

Get still for the mental fog to clear. Words emerge to form the next sentence. Enjoy the process. The blinking cursor is patient. Observe your surroundings. It will reveal your next task. Get still whenever needed.

Liebe deinen Nächsten wie dich selbst. We may do as we please, but we do crave for love.

Raising kids is simple, but it's not easy.

how to raise children? attention is all they need. some basics: food. sleep. warmth. hygiene. play. friends. rules. love. food must be healthy. breast milk for babies, water for kids. low on sugar, low on salt. complex calories, unsaturated fats, all the essential amino accids. enough minerals and vitamines. sleep is necessary, the need for sleep varies. create a calm sleep environment. establish rituals for going to bed. warmth is necessary. provide adequate clothing. install heating / air conditioning. hygiene prevents sickness. clean with water. change diapers. wash their hands before eating. wash their hair. cut their fingernails. time to play is necessary, fancy toys are not. provide a safe place to play. let them enjoy their imagination. socializing is necessary. provide opportunity to meet other kids. let them play together, don't intervene too early. rules must be enforced, this creates reliability and builds trust. set necessary rules after careful consideration. love is vital. show your love, be there for them. attention is all they need. also: get them outside for sunlight and fresh air. send them to school / provide education. and listen to your pediatrician.