RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English #351 What Do You Say After: "Hi! How Are You?", How to Have Great Conversations with Anyone, The Power of Being Curious, and More!
Aug 21, 2023
Learn how to have great conversations with anyone by being present, vulnerable, and genuinely interested. Discover the power of asking open-ended questions and giving people space. Find balance between work and personal life by incorporating enjoyable activities into your routine.
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Conversation As Joint Discovery
- Treat conversations as joint discovery, not solo performance.
- Being present lets you explore ideas together and deepen connection.
Be Less Impressed, More Involved
- Get out of your head to be more involved in conversations.
- Excess self-focus makes you anticipate and disconnect from the present moment.
Listen Like You're Dancing
- Stop planning your next line and listen like a dance partner.
- Match the rhythm of the other person and respond to their lead.