Spiral Daily 299

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How do you express a contrasting opinion and open a productive dialogue? Begins with asking questions in the spirit of understanding, having the patience to listen and setting aside the need to be right or change his or her position. Centering is critical! The best...

Spiral Daily 284

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How often do you say ‘but’ or ‘however’? ‘And’ is a terrific conjunction. It honors and expands the conversation. Think sit on but and extend a hAnd. The best questions foster understanding, spark innovation, diffuse negative...

Spiral Daily 161

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If you hold a strong position on something, what about exploring it deeper? It seems everyone has a megaphone today. I’ve noticed on several topics I get pulled to believe one side by listening to the surface conversation. As I spiral in deeper, by researching...