In this episode with David Brooks, we discuss how effective communication is vital in managing relationships and having difficult conversations. It’s about more than just voicing our thoughts; it involves carefully articulating our intentions and motivations, while also maintaining a respectful tone and safe environment. By embracing these skills and moving beyond surface-level dialogue, we can better understand others and resolve disputes in a more productive and empathetic manner.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Unlock the power of deep connection and experience the fulfillment it brings in your relationships
- Master the art of effective communication to navigate difficult conversations with more ease
- Discover ways to support others struggling with depression and addiction, and make a positive impact in their lives
- Explore the link between perception and reality, and gain a deeper understanding of how our beliefs shape our experiences
- Delve into what it means to truly know others and unlock the potential for more meaningful and fulfilling relationships
David Brooks is one of the nation’s leading writers and commentators. He is an op-ed columnist, for the New York Times, a writer for The Atlantic and appears regularly on the PBS Newshour. He is the bestselling author of The Second Mountain, The Road to Character, The Social Animal, Bobos in Paradise, and On Paradise Drive and his newest book is How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen.
Connect with David Brooks: Website | Twitter
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Michelle Ellis Coogan says
I really enjoyed this episode! Can you please list the books/authors that you spoke of about depression. I don’t suffer from depression, however, my son does, and I feel like I am doing and saying everything wrong in my efforts to help him.
Thank you in advance!
Meesha
Katherine Eckert says
I listened to this episode twice, and then a third time while taking notes. The number one lesson I will practice is to remember the “ diminishes and Illuminators.” I must stop wasting my emotional space on people who don’t “ see me.” Thank you so much Eric and David I will look for the book at my library.