Beyond the Self with Africa Brooke #039 - How to have difficult conversations (the ones you’re avoiding)
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Dec 19, 2022 AI Snips
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Seven Years Avoiding Family Talk
- Africa Brooke shares her personal story about avoiding a difficult conversation with her cousin for seven years.
- This avoidance created emotional distance despite frequent physical encounters, showing how unspoken issues escalate tension.
Know Your Communication Style
- Identify your communication style to understand how you react in conflict and adjust accordingly.
- Own your style without judgment to improve conversation effectiveness and emotional regulation.
Clarify Your Conversation Purpose
- Pinpoint the exact reason and intention behind the difficult conversation to avoid confusion and ineffective outcomes.
- Clarify whether you want understanding, problem-solving, or mutual perspective to guide the discussion.