Every parent wants to know: “How can I help my child build a positive self-image? Every manager wants to know: “How can I motivate my workers toward their strengths? In every marriage or relationship we want to know: “How can I communicate effectively to this person I love how great they are?” Most of us use some form of praise. But there is a problem with praise – It is so easy for the listener to doubt the sincerity, the motivation, or the knowledge of the speaker. Gene