In this series, I want to share lessons I’ve gleaned over the years to offer some perspective to co-travelers on life’s journey, because learning from others’ experiences means avoiding unnecessary pitfalls, and charting more fulfilling courses for ourselves.
Experiences have taught me that if you go with the flow too much, between the rush of daily life and all this noisy technology, you’ll miss out on deep, genuine connections and meaningful relationships
Communication isn’t solely about speaking your mind or waiting impatiently for your turn to talk. Do this and you never truly getting where the other person’s coming from. What then follows is a sense of disconnect in your relationships and avoidable conflicts.
However, begin to really listen by setting aside distractions and giving your full attention, and you move from simply hearing words to full engagement (verbally and non-verbally). What follows is understanding, respect, and deeper connections—a natural result of making people feel heard, validated, and valued.
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