Conversations happen daily and regularly, and some have no bearing on us other than being merely connections between humans.
Yet, some discussions have a direct impact. We hear what is said, but then do we? Or do we hear what we choose to listen to?
What remains unspoken? We leave a discussion with open questions and then seek to connect the dots and fill in the blanks. Yet, again, it’s our story, and we later find ourselves feeling misunderstood, lacking clarity, and filled with ambiguity.
We should seek to have a whole discussion. It is now, and if we need to understand, let’s be sure to ask. If we leave it to interpretation, welcome to your world of fiction.
Have the entire conversation. It may take a little longer now, but what time will you need to invest later when it goes awry, and at what other expense? By being present, we not only improve outcomes but also demonstrate our care, adding to our deposits of trust.
