Awareness in Communication

Awareness is the primary foundation for all communication. Lead with presence; begin a conversation with awareness. Return to and strive to maintain that awareness. And be honest with oneself about what’s happening. Lead with presence to make any discussion mindful.

Mindful communication creates understanding through awareness. Conscious contact implies being present. Effective communication depends on presence. To say what we mean, we must first know what we mean. We must listen and discern what’s true to understand what we mean. We learn more through warmhearted encouragement than bitter criticism.

Presence lays the ground for connection. Presence is our natural state. Presence lays the foundation for the relationship. Increasing our capacity for presence begins with identifying our strengths and any areas we may need to develop. The more aware we are, the more choice we have.

[¹]: Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication