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If You’re Avoiding Hard Conversations... This Is For You | Ep. 23

If You’re Avoiding Hard Conversations... This Is For You | Ep. 23

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 Avoiding hard conversations can hold you back in your relationships, career, and personal growth. In this episode, Ted and Patrick dive into practical frameworks to help you start and navigate those tough talks with confidence — without losing your cool or shutting down. You’ll learn: - Why we resist difficult conversations and how to overcome it - How to mentally prepare before the talk to minimise emotional triggers - What to say, what not to say, and how to express yourself clearly - How to stay calm and listen actively, even when things get tense - Ways to reflect on the outcomes and decide your next steps Whether it’s about money, family, or your relationship, this episode is for anyone who’s been avoiding “that talk.” Real change starts with speaking your truth — and we’re here to guide you through it. Follow us on our Socials - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLzsGH4hM9TxHC4hHPvgMJwX: https://x.com/ManDownPodcastBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:lm4shifbvs6k63eb54k2gmhoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandown.podcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mandownpodcast Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Hard Conversations for Ted 02:08 Hard Conversations for Patrick 03:43 Avoid the Talk. Pay the Price. 06:13 Intro into Navigating Hard Conversations 07:30 Where Does the Stress Start? 13:30 Hard Conversations Ted is Good at Having 14:12 Understanding Personal Triggers in Conversations It Starts With an Honest Conversation 16:09 Negotiating Vulnerability in Tough Talks 18:41 Finding Common Ground in Hard Conversations 20:08 Navigating Hard Conversations 24:50 How to Prepare for Tough Talks 28:20 Strategies for Effective Communication 28:50 Prepare, Script, and Influence: Keys to Effective Hard Talks 33:00 The Importance of Follow-Up 34:11 How to Stay Open and Collaborative in Hard Conversations 39:30 Building Long-Term Relationships Through Communication 44:15 How Patrick Approaches Hard Conversations 46:45 Navigating Unexpected Conversations 52:55 The Importance of Reflection and Follow-Up 53:31 Wrapping It Up: Patrick’s Advice on Hard Conversations 56:55 If Patrick and Ted Had a Hard Conversation… 58:05 Outro (Wit vs Puns, Mission Impossible, Jackie Chan, follow us on social media)

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