Most of us learnt how to communicate by watching people around us.
But very few of us were taught how to actually navigate difficult conversations, listen with curiosity, express ourselves honestly, or stay connected when emotions run high.
I help people develop the communication skills most of us were never taught, so they can build stronger relationships, confidently approach difficult conversations and create more understanding in everyday life at home and at work.
We talk everyday.
But most of us were never taught how.
Everyday conversations can be challenging...
Some of which may sound familiar...
At Home
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"How do I get my teenager to open up to me?"
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"I wish my partner would listen to me."
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"How do I set boundaries without feeling guilty?"
At Work
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"How do I give difficult feedback?"
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"How can I get my team to engage and find their own solutions to things?"
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"How do I speak up when I don't have all the answers?"
With Yourself
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"Why do I keep replaying conversations in my head long after they happened?"
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"Why do I feel responsible for fixing everyone else's problems?"
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"How do I stop avoiding difficult conversations?"
If you've ever asked yourself any of these questions, you're not alone and you're not the problem.
Most of us were simply never taught how to communicate in these challenging situations.
With her extensive knowledge in communication and mentoring with a non-judgement approach, Maria has taught me how to set boundaries, how to be vulnerable, and how to clearly communicate with my family and people around me.
Fia
How I can help
I understand how challenging it can be to have difficult conversations - without feeling drained or having to implement assertive methods. That's why my work focuses on everyday, under-pressure-situations with our children, partner, clients, and colleagues (or even your mother-in-law).
I help parents, partners and professionals become confident, compassionate communicators by practising helpful communication habits so they can build stronger relationships, navigate difficult conversations and create more understanding in everyday life.
I believe that better conversations always begin with better understanding.
Mentoring
Personal support to help you navigate difficult conversations, strengthen relationships and communicate with greater confidence and compassion.
Ideal for: parents, partners and professionals looking for personalised support and real-life application.
Workshops
Practical and engaging sessions that help teams, organisations and educational institutions build stronger communication, trust and collaboration.
Topics include:
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Difficult conversations
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Emotional intelligence
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Listening skills
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Self-leadership
Speaking
Thought-provoking talks that inspire the audience to rethink how they communicate, listen and connect with others.
Perfect for:
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Conferences
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Team events
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Leadership programmes
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Schools, colleges and universities
Hi, I'm Maria
As a Communication and Self-Leadership Specialist, I believe that communication is one of the most important life skills we can develop.
Like many people, I thought communication was about saying the right thing.
What I've learnt is that the conversations that change us most often begin with listening, curiosity and understanding.
Today, I help others develop the communication skills that strengthen relationships, encourage engagement and create positive change - both at home and at work.
