Brenda Wnd

“How can any of us successfully and authentically interrogate reality, provoke learning, tackle tough challenges and enrich relationships in a talkathon, where nary a breath is allowed?” Yes. Agreed and amen. But how do we tackle this when our talking partner doesn’t agree.

“Obeying our instincts and offering them up to a colleague or loved one is like putting a paddle in the conversational waters at the right time, in the right spot.” A good reminder to listen to my instincts — it may just bring the conversation to the exact place it needs to be.

Pleasing people is not inherently a flaw but sometimes we take it way too far. We need to stop people pleasing and tell the truth from our reality. We can still gain the support and approval from others through sharing our real thoughts and feelings.

“What would you add if you DID have something to add?” Susan Scott, Fierce Conversations. How do we intentionally encourage a voice in the silence? Do we? Those voices matter but too often they remain unheard.