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ADHD isn’t just a challenge, it can be a powerful strength. When paired with emotional intelligence, the creativity, energy, and passion of the ADHD brain can become a true superpower. Through emotional awareness and practical strategies, youth and adults can learn to focus their strengths, build resilience, and thrive. Mike Lafrance’s coaching helps individuals harness ADHD through emotional intelligence, turning potential struggles into confidence, purpose, and lasting succ

Joy in a relationship doesn’t happen by accident, it grows in the small, intentional moments where two people choose curiosity over assumption, kindness over defensiveness, and connection over being “right.” Building on last week’s Couples Inventory theme, this week is all about understanding how joy actually forms inside a relationship and how emotionally intelligent communication can help couples nurture it every single day. Healthy emotional intelligence in relationships

In my last blog, we explored how emotionally intelligent couples build their relationships from the inside out, learning to respond instead of react , practicing empathy, and integrating both heart and mind in moments that matter. Today , I want to take that conversation one step further. Because awareness alone is not enough. Emotionally intelligent relationships don’t just happen through love. They are sustained through open communication and something I call couple invent

When we talk about emotional intelligence (EI), we often imagine it as a personal skill—something we use to manage our own triggers, biases, and inner reactions. But EI is far more relational than people realize. It is, at its core, a bridge-building skill. It determines how we communicate, how we listen, how we repair fractures, and how we create emotional safety with the people closest to us. Today’s post launches the first in a series on relationships, beginning with the o

Every day, our minds make countless decisions and judgments without us even realizing it. These mental shortcuts help us process information quickly but can also lead us to misunderstandings and conflicts. One powerful model that explains this process is the Ladder of Inference. Understanding this ladder reveals how we shape our thoughts, feelings, and communication, often without awareness. What Is the Ladder of Inference? The Ladder of Inference is a mental model that descr

When people encounter opinions that differ from their own, conversations can quickly become tense or unproductive. This challenge is especially common today, as many of us live in echo chambers shaped by confirmation bias. While my previous post explored how these mental filters limit our perspective, this article focuses on a powerful tool to navigate differing opinions: emotional intelligence. By understanding and managing emotions—our own and others’—we can create space fo

People often believe their views are objective and well-rounded. Yet, two powerful psychological forces—confirmation bias and the echo chamber effect—can quietly shape how we think, feel, and connect with others. These forces influence emotional intelligence, the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions in ourselves and others. Understanding their impact helps us build stronger relationships and make better decisions. What Is Confirmation Bias and Why It Matters