Previously touched on here in the blog was the notion that nearly seventy five percent of all communication is misunderstood on the receiving end. Within the last few months in my own experience I have taken mental note of just how many times this occurs throughout a typical day for me. It happens through text … Continue reading Do I Copy?
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Silence is Golden
There exists an interesting and useful edge to saying nothing at the right time. Recently I've been putting this idea to the test and the results have proven to be worthwhile in certain situations. It's such a simple thing, it can be used in so many different ways. Silence can mean a lot of things, … Continue reading Silence is Golden
Stay Awhile and Listen
The next time you are out and about take a moment to observe the way in which you interact with others during communication. Awhile ago, after learning more about compassionate listening I took a deeper look at how I habitually converse with others. I found that quite often I tend to respond in some situations … Continue reading Stay Awhile and Listen
Power in Speech
The way in which we communicate throughout our day leaves a lasting impression on our internal state. You've likely heard that as humans we are creatures of habit but have you given thought to just how far this idea goes? We can spot this quite simply in the way in which we begin to brush … Continue reading Power in Speech