Selina Iddon explores the impact of automatic responses in communication, highlighting their influence on our interactions. She delves into the emotional scale and reasons behind downplaying emotions, emphasizing the harmful effects of courtesy responses. The episode stresses the importance of sharing genuine emotions and questions the habit of automatic replies to foster authentic connections. Selina concludes with a call to kindness, encouraging listeners to engage more deeply and sincerely in their communications.

(0:00) Introduction and the impact of automatic responses in communication

(1:35) Emotional scale and reasons for downplaying emotions

(3:07) The harmful effects of courtesy responses and the importance of sharing emotions

(5:26) The power of questioning automatic responses to foster genuine connections

(6:34) Conclusion and call to kindness