Ever wonder how to deal with someone who isn’t being truthful? Discover three subtle strategies to navigate tricky conversations without direct confrontation. Learn the power of pause and silence as tools for uncovering the truth. Dive into the balance of honesty and clarity in communication, and find out how to effectively address untruths while maintaining your cool. These practical tips can help you discern the honesty of those around you without getting tangled in their webs.
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Delaying Conversation
When someone tells you a lie, pause the conversation.
Tell them you need to come back to it later, which can reveal their dishonesty.
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Expressing Discomfort
Say "something feels off" if you suspect a lie.
Truthful people will engage, while liars might overreact or gaslight.
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Strategic Silence
Use silence strategically.
Liars often reveal themselves by over-explaining or becoming defensive in silence.
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From communication expert Jefferson Fisher, this book provides immediately actionable strategies and phrases to transform your life and relationships by improving your communication. Fisher, a trial lawyer and leading voice on real-world communication, offers a tried-and-true three-part communication system (Say it with control, Say it with confidence, Say it to connect) that can be applied to any situation. The book teaches how to assert yourself, set boundaries, frame conversations, and overcome conflict with connection, ensuring that your every word has a positive impact on your relationships.
Ever had that nagging feeling that someone isn’t being honest with you?
It’s frustrating when you know something’s off, but you’re not sure how to address it. Especially without things getting messy.
Here’s the good news: You don’t have to call someone out directly to get closer to the truth. In this episode, I’m breaking down 3 subtle ways to handle conversations when someone isn’t telling the whole story.
These 3 strategies will help you keep your cool, let the other person’s honesty (or lack of it) reveal itself, and avoid getting tangled up in their story.
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