Mindful communication begins with each communicator arriving in awareness in the present moment. It requires that both people be present in the moment and bring awareness and attention to the connection and conversation.
Once we have arrived in awareness and are giving another our deserved undivided attention, we can bring awareness to our thoughts and create more conscious and responsive communication by evaluating the timing, truthfulness, affection, benefit and intentions of good will in what we choose to say. Most of the time when we practice mindful communication making intentional choices, this leads to increased peace, happiness, and connection.
How are your relationships with others who matter to you? How much would you estimate that communication relates with the wellbeing of your relationships?
A useful practice to support mindful communication includes:
1. Pause before you speak
2. Ask yourself if what you are about to say is true and kind
3. Ask yourself if what you are about to say is helpful
4. Consider your intention with the communication. Will what you are about to say support your intention?