The Long View

Charles Duhigg: Communicating to Connect

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Jul 16, 2024
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg discusses effective communication and connection, emphasizing deep questioning and active listening. The podcast explores building better relationships through understanding different conversations and quiet negotiation, highlighting the importance of empathy and personalized communication. It challenges communication myths, encourages open-ended questions, and reflects on the impact of close connections on health and happiness.
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ANECDOTE

Marital Miscommunication

  • Charles Duhigg's communication issues with his wife inspired his book.
  • He'd complain, she'd offer solutions, and he'd get frustrated she wasn't empathizing.
INSIGHT

Three Conversation Types

  • Every discussion involves three types of conversations: practical, emotional, and social.
  • Mismatches in conversation types cause disconnects, like Duhigg's arguments with his wife.
ADVICE

Becoming a Supercommunicator

  • Anyone can improve their communication by recognizing and practicing key skills.
  • Identifying "supercommunicators" in your life helps isolate these skills.
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