Instead of explaining anything, sometimes it is just better to listen. Maybe, most of the time. I am afraid that, all too often, we do not actually listen to others. Most of us listen by thinking about what to say next... but when it comes down to it, we need to retreat to the basics. Listening deeply, intently and with the open-mindedness to hear all things, even those we do not want to hear.
Miscommunication is common. So common, in fact, that we are willing to settle for it on a daily basis. Why do we do this to ourselves? Often, I find myself asking why a student or colleague hasn't talked about their issue with those involved. Often, the answer has to do with fear. We have become humans who don't communicate effectively because we fear confrontations. Hmm...
I guess I need to go back and re-read the book, Courageous Conversations. Or look back at this website: https://courageousconversation.com/
Time to do some learning. Cheers to Friday!
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