How Can We Improve Communication in a Divisive World?

Good Enough with the Trauma Therapist

In this episode of "Good Enough," host Jamie Vollmoeller converses with Debra Roberts, a licensed clinical social worker and communication expert. They explore the significance of effective communication amidst today's divisive political climate. Debra introduces her online program, "My Communication Tools," designed to help individuals express themselves confidently and navigate challenging conversations. They discuss the impact of upbringing on communication styles, the struggles of people pleasers, and the importance of self-awareness and preparation. Debra emphasizes empathy, trust, and vulnerability as key components for fostering understanding and connection in personal and professional relationships.

In this Episode:

• Importance of effective communication in personal relationships.
• Impact of the current divisive political climate on communication.
• Development and structure of the "My Communication Tools" program.
• Challenges faced by individuals, particularly people pleasers, in initiating difficult conversations.
• The significance of self-awareness and understanding one's emotions in communication.
• The Relationship Protocol as a model for effective interactions.
• Strategies for setting boundaries and articulating needs in conversations.
• The role of empathy and active listening in fostering understanding.
• Building trust and creating safe spaces for open dialogue.
• Encouragement for individuals to practice communication skills and engage in meaningful conversations.

Debra Roberts, LCSW is an author, course creator, and public speaker, as well as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, business consultant, and trauma consultant. With over 25 years of experience in various settings dealing working with challenging relationships, Debra developed her communication model, the Relationship Protocol®. Her practical approach is effective for interactions ranging from the boardroom to conversations across your kitchen table. Her new online program, My Communication Tools™ is compact yet powerful. It is designed to help you express yourself more confidently, improve relationships, and navigate challenging situations. Debra hopes for a kinder, more peaceful world where we can talk to each other, even about our differences. To make her mission a reality, she made this program affordable to reach more people.
Check Debra out here:
https://www.therelationshipprotocol.com/
Connect with Debra:
https://www.instagram.com/therelationshipprotocol/
https://www.facebook.com/TheRelationshipProtocol
https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-roberts-99b620b3/

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