Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
A revolutionary way to move beyond biases and blind spots to build deeper rapport between friends, lovers, relatives, and colleagues, from the expert author team behind Collaborative Intelligence
We all know what it feels like to be at odds with someone we care about. Sometimes it seems like we speak different languages As learning and perception experts Dawna Markova, Ph.D., and Angie McArthur explain, that idea isn't far off the mark; communication style is at the heart of many of our relationship clashes. Applying Markova and McArthur's ingenious and long-tested mind patterns and thinking talents techniques, this invaluable resource will help readers identify their relational "type"--the innate pattern of speaking, understanding, trusting, and learning that informs their reactions--and grow their relational intelligence through resonant storytelling, revealing dialogue analysis, and profound yet simple advice.
Synopsis
A remarkable new way to move beyond biases and blind spots, (especially if you don't think you have any ) so you can understand and communicate more effectively with a friend, lover, relative, or colleague You know what it feels like to be "at odds" with someone. Sometimes it seems like you are speaking completely different languages. Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Dawna Markova and communication expert Angie McArthur, the author team behind the groundbreaking Collaborative Intelligence, have spent years developing and implementing tools to help people find common ground. In Reconcilable Differences, they provide the strategies you need to bridge the gap at the heart of your differences with others.
Each of us possesses rational intelligence: the capacity to divide information into discrete categories, processes, and logical steps. But you may not realize that the secret to building bridges between people lies hidden in your relational intelligence: the way you communicate, understand, learn, and trust. Reconcilable Differences shows you how to map these four capacities within yourself and others. The key to moving beyond breakdowns in connection is to experience the world through these powerful new lenses--mapping mind patterns, identifying thinking talents, exploring inquiry styles, and evaluating languages of understanding. Additionally, you'll unpack and rewrite the entrenched stories that affect your ability to trust yourself and another who doesn't think in the same way you do.
Brimming with instructive illustrations and anecdotes not only from the authors' files but also from their own experiences as a mother- and daughter-in-law who are like night and day, Reconcilable Differences is your guidebook for making profoundly positive change with those you care about.