In this episode, we dive into the art of conscious conversations with renowned consultant and author Chuck Wisner. We explore powerful strategies for managing emotions, breaking automatic response patterns, and harnessing the four essential elements behind every opinion and judgment. Gain actionable techniques to slow down high-impact conversations, increase self-awareness, and foster truly collaborative communication at work and at home. Together, we unlock the tools to improve relationships, make better decisions, and transform the way we interact every day.

Timestamps: 

• (00:00) - Michael introduces guest Chuck Wisner and shares his background.
• (04:25) - Techniques for managing emotions in difficult conversations.
• (09:52) - The importance of increasing self-awareness and examining internal stories.
• (13:28) - Recognizing body signals and learning to pause before reacting.
• (17:49) - Four key elements shaping our judgments and opinions.
• (24:54) - The practice of changing long-held conversational patterns over time.
• (25:59) - How open-handed listening leads to better collaboration.
• (32:03) - Overview of the four types of conversations and their impact on decision-making.
• (46:18) - Clarifying requests to create better commitments and build trust.
• (51:08) - Chuck shares a personal story on unhelpful master stories and how to reframe them.

Links and Resources:

• Better Conversations at Work and Home | Chuck Wisner
• Chuck Wisner | LinkedIn
• The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact

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