Communication

KISS Review Framework

An action-orientated review model to convert past experience into practice.

The Golden Circle

For understanding how great leaders and orgs inspire action by starting with a clear sense of purpose.

AVP Model

A simple practice to accept the anxiety, anger or sadness and start embracing them.

7-38-55 Rule

Your presence speaks louder than your words.

TOPS Framework

Make your pitch or message clear, logical, and action-oriented.

Winston’s Star

Apply five communication elements to make ideas memorable and repeatable.

2 Minute Rule

Change up the content every two minutes to keep people engaged.

The Rule of Suspense

Reveal your points step by step.

PREP Framework

Deliver clear, structured arguments by stating your point first, proving it, and closing with clarity.

FIRE Model

Separate facts from interpretations to respond to feedback calmly and solve the real problem.

Zoom-In and Zoom-Out Model

Allows you to handle challenges with clarity, whether you need to see the big picture or focus on the details.

Self-Us-Now Framework

Help individuals and groups connect personal stories to collective action.

7C Pyramid Communication Framework

Aim to eliminate confusion and miscommunication in both verbal and written forms

Pixar Storytelling Formula

Turn complex ideas into clear cause-and-effect stories people remember.

Hero's Journey Storytelling Framework

A storytelling framework that makes your message relatable, memorable, and impactful in any context.

The Innovation Story Framework

Narrate how an idea was born, built, and scaled to demonstrate its real-world impact.

COST Principle

Help people to deliver strong messages or express complex ideas.

Magic Loop Framework

Capture feedback, act on it, make changes stick, and report back with clarity.

RIDE Communication Framework

Help you persuade effectively, build trust, and gain support in any professional setting.

Freytag’s Pyramid

Helps communicators control emotional rhythm and attention over time.

SCR Framework

Resolve complications with concise, executive-ready solutions.

SCQA Framework

Structure complex messages into a clear narrative that leads the audience to your conclusion.

Pyramid Principle

Structured communication framework which is supporting your point with logically organized details and effective information delivery.

AVP Model: Control Emotions by Letting Them Be

A simple practice to accept the anxiety, anger or sadness and start embracing them.

FRAMEWORK CARD

AVP Model

Goal
Regulate overwhelming emotions by reducing resistance to them.
Best For
Anxiety regulation; Parenting triggers; Emotional conflict; Self-soothing moments

Why We Need Emotion Control

Ever been stuck in a loop of anxiety, anger, or sadness?

The problems keep coming up when we fight them, suppress them, or try to pretend they don't exist, they don't work at all.

The truth is, emotions like anxiety, anger, and sadness aren’t the enemy, they’re signals from your body trying to tell you something important. The better way is, to acknowledge these tough feelings, understand them, and give yourself the permission to feel without being consumed by them.

That’s where the AVP model steps in.

The AVP model stands for Acknowledge, Validate, Permit.

It was developed by Dr. Becky Kennedy, a renowned clinical psychologist and parenting expert. Known as “Dr. Becky” by her fans, she’s the author of the bestselling book Good Inside, which explores practical tools for emotional regulation and parenting.

Dr. Becky’s approach isn’t just about parenting—it’s about fostering emotional intelligence in every aspect of life. Her insights make the AVP model a go-to strategy for anyone looking to navigate the messy world of feelings with grace.

Acknowledge

Start by labelling your feelings.

This isn’t just a “touchy-feely” exercise; naming what you’re experiencing helps you face it head-on. Simply recognizing the emotion can take away some of its sting.

For example:

This moment feels hard.
I’m noticing anxiety right now.
My chest feels tight, and my heart is racing

Validate

Your feelings are valid—every single one of them. They’re not random or irrational; they’re your body’s response to your experiences.

Tell yourself why your emotions make sense:

I’m exhausted from juggling work and parenting. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed.
My friend cancelled on me after a rough day; of course, I feel disappointed.

This step helps you feel at home in your body rather than fighting against it.

Permit

Here’s the game-changer: give yourself permission to feel. Tell yourself it’s okay to feel exactly as you do.

Remember, permitting doesn’t mean losing control. You can permit anger while choosing to use a calm voice or permit frustration while maintaining kindness.

Examples:

I have full permission to feel frustrated right now.
It’s okay to feel like life is hard today.