Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg How to communicate better with the people in your life (with Sara Ness)
Aug 28, 2021
Sara Ness, an internationally known facilitator and community builder who popularized Authentic Relating, shares fascinating insights into effective communication. She introduces innovative 'relating languages' that help bridge cultural gaps. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional awareness in dialogue and discusses the intricacies of personality typologies. Sara elaborates on mastering authentic communication, revealing how understanding our internal dialogues can lead to deeper connections. She offers strategies for enhancing emotional intelligence and navigating diverse interaction styles.
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Relating Languages
- People favor different communication styles, like languages.
- Mismatches can lead to misunderstandings and perceived rudeness.
Integrating into a New Community
- Sara Ness felt excluded from her partner's artist community due to differing communication styles.
- By adapting to their storytelling culture, she integrated and felt more comfortable.
Situational Relating Styles
- Relating styles change based on comfort levels; people use different strategies when stressed.
- The framework categorizes these strategies, not fixed personality types.