All Ears English Podcast AEE 2398: How to Choose Your Words for Connection with Marcy Axelrod
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Apr 28, 2025 
Marcy Axelrod, a best-selling author and two-time TEDx speaker, shares her insights on mindful communication. She emphasizes the impact of word choice in strengthening interpersonal connections and enhancing teamwork. Marcy discusses how specific phrases can foster collaboration and support, transforming interactions through intentional language. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their communication styles and practice mindfulness to deepen relationships. With personal narratives, she highlights the significance of compassionate dialogue in a fast-paced world.
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Choose "How Do" for Connection
- Use "how do we do this" instead of "how can we do this" to promote teamwork and agency.
- This phrasing encourages collaboration and assumes the goal will be achieved.
Use "With" and "For" to Connect
- Show up "with" and "for" others, not "to" or "at" them, to express care and connection.
- Choosing the right prepositions enhances relational meaning in everyday interactions.
Language Choices Sparked by Stuttering
- At six, Marcy Axelrod lost her ability to speak and began stuttering.
- This forced her to choose words carefully and sparked her lifelong study of language and connection.
