I am glad you told me.
“I’m Really Glad You Told Me That.”
How you react to someone's honesty decides if they ever tell you the truth again. This is the reaction that keeps doors open.
The most important part is...
“What’s The Most Important Part Of This For You?”
Most fights are about two different versions of the same conversation. This habit closes that gap before it starts. Communication is key...
Let me make sure of that.
“Let Me Make Sure I Actually Got That.”
Most fights are about two different versions of the same conversation. This habit closes that gap before it starts.
I could be wrong
“Before Anything, I Could Be Wrong About This.”
Certainty makes people suspicious. Here's why admitting you might be wrong is the more attractive, more trustworthy move.
What does that look look like?
“What Does This Look Like From Where You’re Standing?”
Stop arguing your point louder. This question gets you the other person's real perspective, fast. Get the information before you argue...
Sounds like that's important to you
“It Sounds Like That Was Really Important For You.”
Stop hijacking people's stories with your own. This one empathetic response makes anyone feel truly heard.
Why am I asking this?
“Can I Tell You Why I’m Asking This?”
One sentence turns any question into real connection, in dating, relationships, work, and sales. Here's how to use it.
Alder’s Razor: If You Can’t Test It, Stop Arguing About It
Unpack Alder's Razor, also known as Newton's Flaming Laser Sword, and why untestable arguments are a waste of everyone's time. Don't argue...
Feynman’s Razor: You Are The Easiest Person To Fool
Explore Feynman's Razor and why self deception, not other people's lies, is the biggest obstacle standing between you and the truth...
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