True communication happens in the space between words, where listening becomes an act of love,

and speaking becomes an art of truth. And that is the thought for today.

Welcome to Seven Good Minutes. I'm Clyde Lee Dennis. Thanks for joining me for what I believe will be seven of the most enriching minutes of your day.

In today's episode of Seven Good Minutes, we talk about how to communicate with impact. Enjoy.

Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling completely misunderstood or wished you could take back words spoken in haste?

What if I told you that the quality of your life is directly related to the quality of your communication?

By the end of today's episode, you'll have powerful tools for transforming your conversations from mere exchanges of words

into opportunities for genuine connection and understanding.

Mindful communication isn't just about choosing the right words.

It's about creating spaces where truth can be spoken and heard with compassion.

Think of communication like a dance between two people, where both leading and following are equally important.

Here are five transformative strategies for mastering mindful communication.

First, develop the art of deep listening.

Most people listen with the intent to reply rather than understand.

They're mentally preparing their response while the

other person is still speaking. True listening requires presence. Practice what I call the

three breaths rule. Take three conscious breaths before responding to anything important. This

creates space for genuine understanding rather than reactive response.

Second, become aware of your communication patterns.

We all have default ways of speaking when stressed or emotional.

Some withdraw, others attack, many defend.

Start noticing your patterns.

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