applicationbehavioural
Can you resist the urge to fill the silence?
When we ask a question, we often feel uncomfortable with the silence that follows. We rush to clarify, rephrase, or even answer the question ourselves. This shotgun blast of words confuses the listener. Silence is not empty space; it is the quiet engine of thought.
Action
After asking a question, count to three slowly in your head before speaking again. Allow the other person room to think.
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