Conscious Communication
In This Lab...
Orientation to Conscious Communication
Listen
Words, Tone & Physiology
Being Clear on What You Want to Communicate
Conscious Congruence in Communication
Being Congruent: Words
Being Congruent: Tone
Being Congruent: Physiology
Communication Takes Two
Key Takeaways
Setting Your Intention for a Conscious Conversation
Key Habits
Conscious Communication Checklist
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AT A GLANCE
Our words, tone and physiology combine to communicate with a depth and complexity that few realize and even fewer ever learn to master. Conscious communication is much more than just an exchange of words and opinions. It’s about understanding how our emotions and intentions impact the outcome of our communications. It’s about being clear on our intentions and taking ownership of, and responsibility for, our communications.
Our communications are complex “vibes” we create, and they co-author how our world responds to us. When we increase our awareness of our values, intentions, and desired outcomes, and effectively align our words, tone, and physiology with them, we become better communicators, with stronger relationships, contributing to better outcomes. We become more successful. You can bank on it.
Our communications are complex “vibes” we create, and they co-author how our world responds to us. When we increase our awareness of our values, intentions, and desired outcomes, and effectively align our words, tone, and physiology with them, we become better communicators, with stronger relationships, contributing to better outcomes. We become more successful. You can bank on it.
HEALTH SCENE INVESTIGATION
- Do you pay attention to the quality of your communications, how others respond to them, and actively work on becoming more clear, congruent, and effective?
- Do you have a sound grasp of what contributes or detracts from the quality and effectiveness of your communications?
- How might your life improve if you were to become more conscious of, and expert in, your communications?
- Does the saying “Effective communication is speaking to another’s listening” ring true to you? If yes, do you have a clear understanding of how to do so?
- What new guidance and insights might you find in this Lab?
HYPOTHESIS
Few attributes are more important to your success in life than your ability to communicate effectively. Becoming more conscious of which skills matter most in our communications is the first step. Practicing these skills is the next. Mastering the skills addressed in this Lab will positively impact every area and every relationship in your life, for the rest of your life. Make a habit of engaging the exercise in self-reflection within it and your successes will be many.