10 Non-obvious ways to become a better conversationalist

David Brooks on the skills that turn small talk into real connection

In the olden days, moms used to clip articles from newspapers for their kids if they thought it was something they needed to know. I’m keeping an eye out for things that you might have missed that may be helpful to you.

This week’s clips:

Rachel Richardson of Highly Flammable considers what the CBK craze says about our current era.

Cathy Cassani Adams of Zen Moment explains why it’s in your relationship’s best interest to just say the thing.

Karl Pillemer and Mel Robins make the case for why life is too short to fight with your family.

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