The chapter explores the power of asking deep questions in relationships to understand values and beliefs, emphasizing emotional reciprocity. It discusses the concept of 'looping for understanding' to build trust and intimacy in conversations, highlighting the importance of active listening. Through sharing vulnerabilities and engaging in genuine understanding, emotional bonds and connections are fostered.
Some people ask searching questions and then really listen to the replies. These so-called supercommunicators make great romantic partners, so can anyone learn to be more like them?
Journalist Charles Duhigg (author of Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection) was unhappy with how he and his wife were talking, so he studied his mistakes and adopted the habits of supercommunicators. He explains to Dr Laurie Santos how we can all make small changes that will improve our dating and romantic lives.
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