I believe that the cornerstone of effective communication is compassion. and it is very important for your growth emotional intelligence. Compassion arises from tender acceptance centered on non-judgment and is also a empatheticconscious effort to alleviate another’s suffering.

One of the keys to compassionate communication is recognizing the emotions of others and seeing ourselves in another. This is the power of a special type of cell in our brain that neuroscientists call “”.mirror neurons“

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Mirror neurons allow us to experience each other in our minds. Mirror networks in our brains play a role in our emotional understanding and communication with others. When we see someone else suffering, they shoot. These are crucial to our experience of empathy. These networks help establish our social connection. Through our brain network of mirror neurons, we see each other, ourselves, reflected in each other’s smiles, frowns, and eye rolls; We reflect each other in everything we do.

In my work, I have identified five principles for compassionate communication that can help you bring the mirror neurons in your brain online:

1. Practical carefully listening: Oh boy, this is a challenge for all of us! Most of the time, we prepare what we will say while someone else is talking. To listenand don’t plan what you’re going to say. When you listen fully, you may be joyfully surprised at how “in sync” you actually are with others.
2. Open your mind: Be open to “trying out” new concepts and ideas. hug someone openness to thoughts and experiences that may challenge your usual way of doing things. Stepping outside of your habits can really expand your thinking and increase your empathetic brainpower!
3. Try focusing on yourself: This doesn’t mean being selfish… Recognize that while others may have different experiences, thoughts, feelings, backgrounds, or perspectives, your experience of the world is unique to you. Recognize that when you speak, you speak only from your perspective, experiences, and actions. More importantly, do not speak for others or make assumptions about others’ experiences. Try redirecting with phrases like “I feel...” or, “in my experience… “ By acknowledging that your perspectives are unique to you, you make room for others to speak and encourage connection. You might even learn something!
4. Be patient: Be patient when others respond and let them consider why. Let someone respond in their own time frame. It is very important to be patient. No two brains are alike, and the speed at which emotional information is processed is unique to each person.
5. Follow the 24 hour rule: If I’m having a problem with someone and I seem to be at an impasse, I follow the 24 hour rule. I give myself a good night’s sleep to allow time and space to offer me clarity. Next time you and someone encounter an obstacle, give yourself and them 24 hours. Come back later and see if you can find ways to find peace, or at least common ground. Finally, accept that sometimes you may still disagree; That’s okay! You can experience the differences in space and time in peace.

I hope these compassionate communication principles and practices will be beneficial to you and your loved ones.

“Our mission must be to liberate ourselves by expanding our circle of compassion to embrace all living things, all of nature and its beauty..” –Albert Einstein