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How to Have Difficult Conversations Without Arguing

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Difficult conversations don’t have to turn into heated arguments. In this video, I’ll show you science-backed strategies to navigate tough discussions calmly and effectively. You’ll learn how to regulate emotions, listen actively, use “I” statements, and focus on solutions—all based on research from experts like Carl Rogers, the Gottman Institute, and neuroscience studies.

0:00 – Introduction: Turning Arguments into Productive Conversations
0:18 – Step 1: Calm Yourself Before the Conversation (Emotional Regulation)
0:50 – Step 2: The Power of Active Listening (Carl Rogers’ Research)
1:18 – Step 3: Use ‘I’ Statements to Avoid Blame (Gottman Institute Findings)
1:49 – Step 4: Keep It Specific and Solution-Focused (MIT Neuroscience Study)
2:23 – Step 5: Take Breaks When Conversations Spiral (Self-Soothing Techniques)
2:46 – Summary and Call-to-Action

References:

1. Gross, J. J., & John, O. P. (2017). Emotional Regulation: Implications for Conflict. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin.


2. Rogers, C. R. (1957). The Necessary and Sufficient Conditions of Therapeutic Personality Change. Journal of Consulting Psychology.


3. Gottman, J. M., & Silver, N. (1999). The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work.


4. Miller, E. K., & Cohen, J. D. (2001). An Integrative Theory of Prefrontal Cortex Function. Annual Review of Neuroscience.



Key Takeaways:

How emotional regulation can prevent arguments.

The art of active listening for better communication.

Why ‘I’ statements are crucial in tough conversations.

The science of keeping discussions specific and productive.

The importance of taking breaks to reset emotions.



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