Me, Marriage, and Motherhood

9. Building Exceptional Relationships w/David Bradford

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David Bradford, co-author of Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues, shares how to deepen relationships and others and through that, deepen our own understanding of ourselves as well.

At the end of this episode, you’ll learn the 6 key characteristics of what makes an exceptional relationship, how to build that relationship with anyone, and how mastering human interactions come down to understanding & respecting the 3 Realities.

We even have an impromptu practice session on self-disclosure. This was an eye-opening conversation!

Topics Explored:

  • Role of emotions in conversation & why you need it.
  • 6 Key Characteristics of Exceptional Relationships.
  • Self-disclosure vs Vulnerability.
  • 15% rule of self-disclosure - Why not share everything with everyone?
  • 3 Zones of Comfort, Learning, and Danger
  • How you can be more Yourself.
  • 3 Realities of any interaction (Intention, Behavior, and Impact of behavior)
  • Stick with reality & ask questions.
  • How conflict strengthens relationships.
  • How “It takes 2 to know 1.”

    • Resources mentioned:

    • Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues

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      • www.ConnectAndRelate.com

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