Every now and then we catch ourselves wanting to say something to a friend or a colleague that can potentially hurt them. So more often than not, we just end up keeping quite.
Is there a way in which we can provide constructive feedback to others in a way that's helpful but not hurtful? Of course. And it's a very small change in the way we convey it that makes all the difference. 

Listen on while the hosts Vikas and Harith decrypt the art of giving constructive feedbacks and enhancing your overall assertive score. If you haven't heard the previous episodes in the assertive series, check them out first. 

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Most of us grow up fearing and avoiding conflict with others. Sometimes the perception of others becomes much more essential than our own perception of ourselves. That mindset can truly be kryptonite for effective communication. It can hinder us from expressing our wants and needs and often leaves us agitated and depressed. 

But at the same time, we should be wary and considerate of other people's wants and needs while expressing our own. That's where being assertive comes in. It's a communication style and a skill that can be mastered so we can lead a liberating life without worrying much about expressing our opinions while not hurting those around us. It's truly a life-changing gift for those who have ingrained it. 

In part 2, we explore the nuances of receiving and giving complements. We talk about how uncomfortable it can get and simple ways to handle such situations in an assertive manner.

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Most of us grow up fearing and avoiding conflict with others. Sometimes the perception of others becomes much more essential than our own perception of ourselves. That mindset can truly be kryptonite for effective communication. It can hinder us from expressing our wants and needs and often leaves us agitated and depressed. 

But at the same time, we should be wary and considerate of other people's wants and needs while expressing our own. That's where being assertive comes in. It's a communication style and a skill that can be mastered so we can lead a liberating life without worrying much about expressing our opinions while not hurting those around us. It's truly a life-changing gift for those who have ingrained it.  

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We've all admired those people who can just walk into a room and initiate a conversation with just about anyone. And what's even more endearing is how comfortable they are in their own skin while doing so. We can safely say that they're just a social person. 

But what if you're not social. And what if you want to be able to initiate conversations with just about anyone? Then try these progressive step-by-step exercises and watch how comfortable you can become. We always believe that any skills that have to do with communication, can be learned and honed with practice and technique. And being a social person is no exception. 

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Group discussions are always intimidating. You need to captivate more people, be louder and be more energetic.

 Have you ever felt that you were the silent one in a group discussion? Have you felt that you want to speak up but something just stops you? What is it? What could it be?


In this 2-part series, we answer a question on a Reddit thread at r/socialskills about the fear of being "boring". The original post on the thread had posted the following question:

The main reason I don't talk much with other people isn't because I don't want to, but because I don't' know what to say. When I start to talk with someone, I realize that my life is pretty boring. I have nothing interesting to say to the other person and my brain just freezes. My friends are out there doing stuff and all I can say is that I read books and play video games. I really want to be more talkative but I don't know what to say to people. When other people say something, it comes out so naturally. I'm not able to make any deep friendships because of this. Everyone else is more funny and interesting than I am. I don't know what to do.

Tune in and let's address this fear of being "boring"! 

Topics Discussed:

- Involving yourself in a group discussion 
- Reacting to the 'quite one' in the group 

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What if I'm a boring person and have nothing interesting to say? How do I become an interesting conversationalist?

In this episode, we answer a question on a Reddit thread at r/socialskills about the fear of being "boring". The original post on the thread had posted the following question:

The main reason I don't talk much with other people isn't because I don't want to, but because I don't' know what to say. When I start to talk with someone, I realize that my life is pretty boring. I have nothing interesting to say to the other person and my brain just freezes. My friends are out there doing stuff and all I can say is that I read books and play video games. I really want to be more talkative but I don't know what to say to people. When other people say something, it comes out so naturally. I'm not able to make any deep friendships because of this. Everyone else is more funny and interesting than I am. I don't know what to do.

Tune in and let's address this fear of being "boring"!

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Do you think 'Ah', 'Ums', 'ands' are pulling down the caliber of your message? Is it really necessary to reduce our filler words? Well it definitely is but there is another magical entity which takes precedence over crutch words. Find out what that entity is and some actionable tips to reduce your filler words on this episode of Talk Your Way Up.  

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The backbone of communication is the language used to convey our messages. It's the medium that channelizes our thoughts and emotions. So developing solid control and fluency is essential in our journey to become a better speaker. 

In this episode, we have a seasoned English Instructor who has been in the language education field for over 16 years, joining us to share her take on developing our fluency in English. These insights can overflow into any language that we want a better hold of. So sit back and enjoy this nugget while Annapoorni takes us on a journey to improve our linguistic prowess. 

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Ask any eloquent speaker what are some habits that have helped them become the speaker they are and you'll always hear - Reading and Writing.  These are two crucial habits that are absolute life changers when it comes to organizing the thoughts of an otherwise chaotic mind. And an organized mind is always better at expressing those thoughts in an articulate manner.  

But there is a certain way you can read books that will ultimately make you a better speaker. Tag along on this episode where the hosts discuss effective reading and writing strategies and how one can inculcate these habits into their daily life. 

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There is a wide gap between the words we know and the words we use. Is there anything we can do to bridge this gap so we unleash the true potential of our vocabulary? Sometimes the difference between persuading someone and pushing them away could just lie in the words you use. 

Join in on this episode where the hosts take you through a simple process to enhance your spoken vocabulary so you become a more expressive version of yourself in day to day conversations.  

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