"Some Tough Conversations" (Patreon)

Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists discuss proven tactics for tackling tough conversations with Vanessa Van Edwards, and they answer the following questions:

How does awkwardness affect you? (00:18)

How do you deal with imposter syndrome? (02:37)

How do you overcome shame? (04:31)

How do we use gestures appropriately? (07:01)

What is a “displacement tactic”? (11:15)

How does dopamine affect communication? (14:50)

What questions should we ask others to be more memorable? (15:33)

What’s the toughest conversation you’ve experienced? (25:02)

How do we best prepare for difficult conversations? (28:24)

How do we tactfully discuss challenging topics with colleagues and loved ones? (31:14)

How do we create lasting, meaningful friendships as adults? (38:53)

How do we use the power of silence responsibly? (50:26)

How do I break the habit of interrupting others? (53:29)

How do we interact with chronically negative people without letting them get us down? (59:05)

Who are “dream killers”? (59:33)

How do we project confidence while simultaneously being warm and polite? (1:04:02)

How do I remain calm and competent in a stressful situation I can’t escape? (1:07:07)

How do we identify negative cues? (1:09:34)

What is a common cue for others that you want a hug? (1:15:19)

LINKS

Article: Parable of the Chinese Farmer

Article: The Greatest Conversation Advice

Book: Captivate

Book: Cues

Book: How to Win Friends and Influence People

Book: Love People, Use Things

Contribute: Bridging the Financial Literacy Gap

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Instagram: Jordan Moore

Instagram: Podcast Shawn

Instagram: Jessica Williams

Instagram: Danny Unknwn

Meetup: Meetup.com

Meetup: Minimalist.org

Podcast: Lisa Ann

Resources: The Minimalists

Subscribe: The Minimalists

Text: 937-202-4654

Tour: The Minimalists

Watch: You Are Contagious

Website: Vanessa Van Edwards

YouTube: Vanessa Van Edwards

MAXIMS

“Charisma is about being interested.” —Vanessa Van Edwards

“To be understood by others, you must understand others.” —Ryan Nicodemus

“We’re very rehearsed at lying with our words, but far less so with our gestures.” —Vanessa Van Edwards

“Simple actions speak louder than bland natterings.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Actions talk—words balk.” —Ryan Nicodemus

“The body speaks the truth even when the mouth can’t.” —Ryan Nicodemus

“Everything we say involves everything we don’t say.” —Ryan Nicodemus

“Gestures speak—words lie.” —Vanessa Van Edwards

“Control is our backdoor into confidence.” —Vanessa Van Edwards

This Maximal episode corresponds with Minimal episode 344.