What are some communication techniques for talking to parents, caregivers, adults, and mentors, and how can I use compassion and empathy to transform my relationships?
Some communication techniques are -Being prepared to listen to what the person is saying.
-Paying attention.
-Showing them you are listening.
-Speak to them in a clear, respectful and considerate way.
-Address concerns with a problem-solving approach.
Some ways to use compassion and empathy to transform relationships are
-Making listening a priority. To want to connect with someone’s feelings you have to recognize what they are feeling.
-Make yourself vulnerable. Allow yourself to fully take in another’s persons emotion to enhance your relationships.
-Focus on similarities. You can understand the feelings of a individual’s perspective by looking for similarities. Identify what connections may already exist. Under the connections to light up the conversation.
