**Please note that the episode that went out on Oct 14th was a repeat of episode 102. This was my mistake - apologies. This is now the correct version of episode 148
"Difficult conversations by definition are difficult, but the relationship, just like in anything in life between skill level and how much courage it takes, the more skill, the less courage you have to summons." David Lee
In this episode David Lee is asking the questions - well it is more of a riff about constructive conversations, creative, courageous conversations, psychological safety, etc. We both share stories and insights on addressing difficult topics, separating the behaviour from the person, creating cues of safety and a psychologically safe environment for open and honest communication. We also explore strategies for emotional self-regulation, the significance of silence and the impact of body language and non-verbal cues.
David Lee is a coach, consultant, workshop facilitator, keynote speaker, and author, who loves creating a win/win/win relationship between people and the organizations they work for. He helps leaders and leadership teams learn how to become "people whisperers", and by doing so, increase their ability to make their organization THE choice for "A List Talent" and inspire the best in their people.
Connect with David
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Through his website Human Nature at Work
Resources Mentioned
David Whyte
Don't Bite the Hook: Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotions by Pema Chodron
Polyvagal theory and Dr Stephen Porges
Fierce Intimacy by Terry Real
Margaret Heffernan
Lisa Feldman Barrett
Approaching Difficult Conversations, the Polyvagal Way | Psychology Today by David Lee
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking" by Susan Cain
Permission to Feel by Professor Mark Brackett and the "How We Feel" App
