Impact of Mindful Conversation

Impact of Mindful Conversation

I’ve had several people speak to me about the impact of mindful conversation. A friend, who had been visiting with his family, in a passing comment at the top of the stairs, said, “I love how you talk with people. It’s different.”  “Thank...
What kind of listener are you?

What kind of listener are you?

photo credit: pixabay.com What kind of listener are you? According to the results of a survey I’ve been conducting, about 75% of people consider themselves “above average listeners.” According to my actual field research, about 75% of us are abysmal...
The Art of Conversation

The Art of Conversation

  An Update. I’ve been thinking –beyond Mindful Writing– about the larger world of “Mindful Communication.” Prior to this blog entry, I’ve focused this blog on the magic and power of memoir. Writing my own memoir, as well as...