The value of clear communication is often distorted by the acceptance of assumption. Assuming deprives the individual their ability to reflect, to turn ones thoughts back on. To effectively use the ability to reflect, one must learn to become an active listener. Active listening promotes clear communication that creates solutions and minimizes the idea of accepting assumptions. Relate your communication to a marathon, not a sprint. Taking for granted you know the purpose of the communication, yet it's somewhat distorted because you really didn't actively listen, causes opposing expectations. Learn the value of active listening, you will when the want to is of greater value than staying the way you are. Active listening empowers one to seek understanding first, and then they will be understood. Turn your ability to think back on, it makes for clear communication.
"When I am getting ready to reason with a man I spend one-third of my time thinking about myself and what I am going to say and two-thirds about him and what he is going to say." Abraham Lincoln
Let's remove the acceptance of assumptions, "Are you with me?"
"When I am getting ready to reason with a man I spend one-third of my time thinking about myself and what I am going to say and two-thirds about him and what he is going to say." Abraham Lincoln
Let's remove the acceptance of assumptions, "Are you with me?"