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Theory of Mind Quiz

by Lindsey Jay Walsh | May 25, 2026 | Relationships, Values

Take the quiz to see how you would respond to disappointed, hurt, or frustration when perceiving a disconnect with others.

Conversation Killers #3: Tit-for-Tat

Conversation Killers #3: Tit-for-Tat

by Lindsey Jay Walsh | May 8, 2026 | Relationships, Uncategorised, Values

The technical name for tit-for-tat is “tu quoque” or “you also.” It’s the fallacy where we dodge accountability for our own behaviour by pointing out someone else’s. Does it work? Nope.

Tool #18: The Ice Cream Scoop of Character and Context

Tool #18: The Ice Cream Scoop of Character and Context

by Lindsey Jay Walsh | Apr 30, 2026 | The Tools to Build Good Lives, Values

The Ice Cream Scoop of Character and Context doesn’t require us to excuse anyone’s behaviour or pretend we’re not annoyed. It just helps us portion out responsibility more accurately between person and situation.

Conversation Killers #2: Ad Hominem Attacks (Attacking The Person)

Conversation Killers #2: Ad Hominem Attacks (Attacking The Person)

by Lindsey Jay Walsh | Nov 5, 2025 | Mindfulness, Relationships, Resilience, Self-care, Values

Ad hominem means “against the person” and it is an illogical – and unkind – way of trying to win an argument. Here’s how to respond to them well.

Conversation Killers #1: Un-Communication

Conversation Killers #1: Un-Communication

by Lindsey Jay Walsh | Oct 17, 2025 | Creativity, Mindfulness, Self-care, Uncategorised, Values

Are you un-communicating? And, if so, what do you think about adding a little more warmth or curiosity to your interactions?

Tool #5: The Kleenex of Resilience

Tool #5: The Kleenex of Resilience

by Lindsey | Jun 11, 2025 | Resilience, Self-care, The Tools to Build Good Lives, Values

An animal that is injured can often repair itself, whereas a rock cannot; an individual animal will ultimately die, but its species may survive for much longer than a rock can. – Chiara Marletto, The Science of Can and Can’t, pg. 11 Ever work or play after...
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