
The Key to Better Relationships (We're worse at this than we think)
About this episode
Most of us think we’re pretty good at reading people. Research says… we’re not.
In today’s teaching, we explore the powerful and often overlooked skill of social intelligence, the ability to understand your own emotions and accurately read what’s happening in others.
From facial expressions to tone of voice to body language, this skill shapes every relationship you have. Through biblical insight (including the story of Joseph), practical exercises, and a powerful reflection practice, you’ll learn how to grow in awareness, ask better questions, and become someone who truly sees people.
Because when you learn to read faces…you learn to love people better.
📚 Today's Resources:
The Opposite of Depression by David M. Carreon MD
Spiritual practice of the Examen Prayer, from Ignatius of Loyola
Research from Martin Seligman
ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 8.15.23
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