Effective communication involves making the mindshift from exchanging information (Giving and receiving information) to communication (Creating a two-way dialogue with a wide constituent group about your organization’s activities). A dialogue is a creative process where we are open and do not have a preconceived idea of where we will go. Communication shares the same root as “communion.” Thus, at its core, communication is about connecting, sharing, and community. The heart of communication is caring about another person and making the intention to connect. 

Experiment: Mindful Dialogue 

Mindful Dialogue is speaking and listening with careful attention, and is based on two essential components: Deep Listening and Focused Speaking. The exercise involves 3 steps: preparing ourselves to listen, developing our self-awareness in the moment, and developing our message. I present principles for each of these steps.

Experiment: Listening with Beginner’s Mind

To listen with an open, beginner’s mind takes practice. It involves suspending our biases and preconceptions. 

Experiment: Speaker/Listening

In speaker/listener, two people practice listening to each other with the intention to go to the 4th level of listening. 

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