Hearing Out Life Drama  Blog


Subscribe to Listening Leader on LinkedIn for Business Solutions 

Causes of Overthinking and Strategies to Manage It Apr 21, 2024

I know I overthink a lot. In fact, as we were working on this blog post, Linda and I spent entirely too much time overthinking our approach!

Because this is such a common challenge, let’s go deep and look at it all the way around.

 

What Are the Ps...

Continue Reading...
How to Break Free From Perfectionism and Embrace Imperfection Apr 14, 2024

I have battled perfectionism for the majority of my life. In fact, it was one of the many reasons I didn’t think I’d ever be cut out for parenthood. It was often repeated in my family of origin, “If you can’t do it right the first time, don’t bother ...

Continue Reading...
How to Overcome Self-Sabotage Once and for All Apr 07, 2024

Self-sabotage. It's a term we often hear but may not fully understand. Yet, many of us have experienced its effects in our lives, sometimes without even realizing it. Let’s explore what self-sabotage is, how it manifests, and the root causes behind i...

Continue Reading...
Benefits of Using a Professional Listener Mar 31, 2024

With the busy life we all have today, finding a moment of genuine connection and understanding can feel like a rare and valuable gift. If you have people in your life who regularly give you this gift, be sure to tell them thank you.

What happens, th...

Continue Reading...
How Does Procrastination Affect Productivity? Mar 24, 2024

I asked Linda if she wanted to write a blog post about how procrastination affects productivity, and she said, “I could kick that one down the road a bit…” I love working with her so much.

But my motto is, “Done is good.” So - here we go. 

How Does...

Continue Reading...
The Perils of Avoiding Conflict Mar 17, 2024

Conflict is an inevitable part of human interaction. Some are easy to handle, like deciding what to have for lunch, while others can be a bit trickier, like having difficult conversations. You know, those talks that make your heart race and your palm...

Continue Reading...

Join HOLD’s Weekly Listening Line
The Email You Don’t Want to Miss!

Get real, practical insights on active listening and emotional intelligence—delivered straight to your inbox every week. Expect meaningful takeaways, fresh perspectives, and yes, even a little humor along the way. Learn how to improve conversations, build stronger relationships, and handle tough interactions with confidence.

The blog is one thing, but these emails? They’re something else entirely. Each week, you’ll get exclusive content—insights and stories to deepen your understanding and guide you in better listening.

Real Words. Real Impact. See Why Readers Keep Coming Back.

"Your email just cut to the core of me... a message so many of us need to hear."

"That was a powerful email."

"I accidentally unsubscribed—can I please get back on the list?"

This revision keeps the engaging tone while making it crystal clear that the newsletter is unique and distinct from the blog.