How to Argue Better | Oren Jay Sofer

About this episode

<p><strong>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</strong></p> <p><strong>---</strong></p> <p>This episode dives into our archives to revisit the notion of communication as a learnable skill. Often some of the most painful situations you encounter are the result of poor communication. The good news is that communication is a skill that can be learned. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Author and meditation teacher Oren Jay Sofer, a leading figure in the field of interpersonal communication, breaks down how communication can be one of the most powerful levers for creating positive change in your life. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Oren Jay Sofer is the author of <a href= "https://www.orenjaysofer.com/book/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication</em></a>. He also teaches mindfulness, meditation and nonviolent communication in secular and Buddhist contexts. He graduated from Insight Meditation Center's Spirit Rock Vipassana Teacher Training and is a long-time student of Joseph Goldstein, Michele McDonald, and Ajahn Sucitto.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this conversation, we also talk about:</p> <ul> <li>How to become aware of what motivates you to communicate the way you do </li> <li>Strategies for how to have more meaningful conversations</li> <li>What it means to lead with presence</li> <li>How conflict has the possibility to deepen our relationships and make peace </li> </ul> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Full Shownotes:</strong> <a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/oren-jay-sofer-repost-165" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank">https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/oren-jay-sofer-repost-165</a></p>