Traci Dillavou, MA

#KCKCC #Speech Coordinator & Professor #Interpersonal #PublicSpeaking #Adjunct #onlinelearning #communitycollege *not an official KCKCC account

[Traci Dillavou, MA @MsDatKCKCC]

One of the greatest led Mass on campus today for the Catholic Students organization! Monsignor Micheal Mullen helped start Catholic Masses on campus 15 years ago. What a treat to get to visit with him today! @KansasCityKSCC

[Traci Dillavou, MA @MsDatKCKCC]

Can’t believe my students are wrapping up their speeches for the semester! This crew has come so far. Proud of them! @KansasCityKSCC

[TIME @TIME]

People are talking less than they used to. A lot less. Between 2005 and 2019, the number of words the average person uttered in a day fell by 28%. That’s according to a recent study from a team of U.S.-based researchers. https://t.co/7mugEvvmDR

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Students had fun combining the basic models of human communication with the concept of computer mediated communication (CMC)!

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The Adjunct Appreciation Dinner was a huge success! Many adjuncts, admins, and coordinators mingled, enjoyed live music, and had a nice dinner. Thanks to all who helped make the evening special! @KansasCityKSCC

[Psychology Today @PsychToday]

Discussing seemingly boring topics with acquaintances, neighbors, and co-workers — what's for lunch, when will they repair this road — is a lot more interesting than it seems, according to new research on these essential social connections. https://t.co/PL01DrY6zt

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Central States Communication Association Conference in Minneapolis last week. Presenting on the changing trends in Interpersonal Communications courses, with some very talented colleagues. @profwelschclass @KansasCityKSCC

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These students have come so far this semester- building classroom community and their own personal communication skills through fishbowls each week. @KansasCityKSCC

[Psychology Today @PsychToday]

The most emotionally intelligent people you know are probably also among the happiest, most satisfied people you know. They got that way because they consistently do these three things. https://t.co/ClOInmjzFZ

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AI chatbots tell us what we want to hear, flatter us, and offer support for our impulses, even when they may be harmful. Here's how a human therapist, flaws and all, can be more genuinely helpful. https://t.co/85Y8VFPyxa

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I’m so close… who wants to be my 300th sale?! Support my little Etsy adventure and find a unique retro gift for a friend or a vintage treasure for yourself.

To celebrate I’m offering free shipping this weekend with this code: FREESHIPPING

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Many people reach midlife and wish they could start over, but feel trapped in their current jobs and lives. However, they may have more time and advantages than they realize—starting with these. https://t.co/6qiQ2nM0dq

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People who understand what they are feeling and why have increased resilience, a strong sense of self, and better mental health. Here's what we can learn from them. https://t.co/gxZlC50pRI

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[Psychology Today @PsychToday]

The most emotionally intelligent people also tend to be the happiest. That might be because they consistently do 3 things: use perspective, take the high road, and enjoy the process as much as the outcome. https://t.co/QRFEQhEoF7

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Our brains are wired to hold on tightly to negative experiences, making resentments feel vivid and unresolved long after the moment has passed. Understanding this bias can be the first step toward loosening its grip. https://t.co/ME3K5mtJMh

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People who make a habit of savoring good things, research shows, handle stress better. When everything seems on fire, and chasing happiness is backfiring, noticing joy takes little and gives a lot. https://t.co/34FdRhzBug

[The Washington Post @washingtonpost]

Researchers found that more screen use is associated with reduced cortical thickness in certain areas of children’s brains.

However, there is something you can do about it. Find out here: https://t.co/SHDgbmRPVn