Some days you just want to get dressed and go about your business. But if you're a woman, you can't, because there is no unmarked woman.
Deborah TannenFor most women, the language of conversation is primarily a language of rapport: a way of establishing connections and negotiating relationships.
Deborah TannenTo say that a person feels listened to means a lot more than just their ideas get heard. It's a sign of respect. It makes people feel valued.
Deborah Tannen