Excerpt From Relationships That Work: The Power Of Conscious Living – By David B. Wolf It happens to all of us that at times we have something difficult to say, something that might be unpleasant for others to hear. How Read more
OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS
Excerpt From Relationships That Work: The Power Of Conscious Living – By David B. Wolf “Computers are useless. They can only give you answers.” - Pablo Picasso Open-ended questions are another valuable listening tool. Effectively utilized, they encourage the speaker to Read more
EMPATHIC SILENCE
Excerpt From Relationships That Work: The Power Of Conscious Living – By David B. Wolf In the novel Momo, Michael Ende creates the character of a young girl, who is a wonderful example of an empathic listener, and whose silent Read more
EMPATHY DIFFUSES HOSTILITY
Excerpt From Relationships That Work: The Power Of Conscious Living – By David B. Wolf In my communication seminars I am often asked about diffusing hostility. An empathic response is the most powerful means for diffusing aggressiveness. In the mid-nineties Read more
EMPATHY: EFFECTIVE IN ALL LIFE DIMENSIONS
Empathy does not mean sentimentally acceding to the demands of others. Knowing how the other person feels and being able to show it does not mean agreeing with them. I can understand and be open to another perspective, while standing for my own viewpoint. This quality of empathy and the skill to express it underlies effectiveness across practically all life dimensions.
AN ABUNDANCE MINDSET
“An abundance mindset genuinely celebrates the accomplishments, victories and qualities of others. Living from abundance, we realize that there is more than sufficient joy, recognition and resources for everyone. Our sense of self-value is not derived from comparison, but rather from a secure and intrinsic experience of our worth. In abundance, my success is not dependent on the failure of someone else.”
David B Wolf
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Creating sacred space between us entails commitment to genuine dialogue. Dialogue means that I listen with a view to understand, rather than to counter or defeat. In a consciousness of dialogue, my intention in expression and hearing is not to manipulate, invalidate or prove that I am right. With true dialogue we create a sanctified environment, unadulterated by barriers to healthy communication. It is an enlightening experience.
