Week 1: Course Foundations & Mindful Communication
The Role of Mindfulness in Communication
Discussion Prompt
In our reading, we explored the difference between mindful and mindless communication. Think about a time when you were communicating 'on autopilot' versus a time when you were fully present and intentional. How did the outcomes differ? What barriers make it difficult to communicate mindfully in our daily lives, and what strategies might help us overcome them?
Response Guidelines
- Share a specific example from your own experience (you can keep details private if preferred)
- Connect your experience to concepts from the reading
- Be respectful and supportive when responding to classmates
- Build on others' ideas rather than simply agreeing or disagreeing
- Avoid overly general statements; be specific and thoughtful
Minimum 200 words