1-Minute Wednesday No. 198: Create Space for Connection
Design a Life That Really Matters
Why do some conversations leave us feeling invigorated and deeply connected while others seem only to skim the surface?
The secret often lies not just in what we discuss—but where and how. Topaz Adizes, founder of The Skin Deep—a platform dedicated to exploring human relationships and crafting connective experiences—believes that we frequently overlook the importance of physical space in our conversations.
But that, he says, is a mistake.
Our environment is one of the first factors that communicate the intentions of a conversation—consider the difference between a conversation held in your office vs. one held in a boardroom, for example.?
When we choose a space that encourages openness and sincerity, we are more likely to have meaningful and deeper conversations. That’s because it signals a sense of psychological safety to our brains, lowering our defenses and fostering more open, authentic connections.?
Try setting an intentional environment for one meaningful conversation this week and see how it goes. You might?find?conversations naturally deepen in such spaces, transforming simple exchanges into moments of real connection. ?
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Dive deeper into how the spaces we inhabit and the questions we pose can shape our relationships and deepen our connections. In this episode, I speak with Topaz Adizes, an Emmy-award-winning expert in experience design. Together, we explore how to design spaces and curate questions to unlock a new level in your most important relationships. ?
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10 个月A great way to enhance any organisation is to develop an environment where difficult conversations can be had productively and respectfully Greg McKeown
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10 个月This really resonates with me! Learning to focus on what truly matters is key. I used to feel overwhelmed trying to juggle everything, but practicing essentialism has helped me gain clarity. One thing I've learned is the power of saying "no" to things that aren't aligned with my goals. It frees up space for what's important!
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10 个月I agree, Greg. Effective communication goes beyond the words we choose.
Goodness, you've hit the nail on the head! The environment truly can make or break a conversation. Creating a conducive space for dialogue is often underrated. Keep the wisdom coming! Greg McKeown