Episode 176: These Phrases Will Help You Avoid a Conflict of Wills
May 23, 2022
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Learn how to improve communication and navigate conflicts more effectively by using specific phrases. Enhance listening skills, promote emotional connection, and practice self-expression in conversations. Discover helpful phrases for avoiding conflicts and maintaining a non-anxious presence in anxious situations.
Using the phrase 'thank you for sharing' can establish emotional connection without engaging in a conflict of wills.
Phrases such as 'tell me more' and 'help me understand' promote reflective listening and maintain a non-anxious presence.
Deep dives
Emotional Connection through Gratitude
One of the phrases recommended in the article is 'thank you for sharing.' This phrase focuses on emotional connection by expressing gratitude for someone sharing their thoughts and feelings. It values the other person's perspective, even if they express it anxiously, and avoids arguing or reacting defensively. By using this phrase, you can establish emotional connection without engaging in a conflict of wills.
Curiosity and Reflective Listening
The next set of phrases emphasizes curiosity and reflective listening. The phrase 'tell me more' encourages the other person to delve deeper into their thoughts and feelings. It signals your willingness to listen and understand better. 'Help me understand' is another valuable phrase that fosters emotional connection and curiosity. By following it with open-ended questions, you demonstrate genuine interest in the other person's experiences and beliefs. These phrases promote reflective listening, allowing you to regulate your own anxiety and maintain a non-anxious presence.