The Language Alchemy Podcast

106. Conscious Socializing for Extroverts, Introverts and Ambiverts

Do you consider yourself an extrovert, introvert, or an ambivert? No matter which social persona you feel most accurately describes you, engaging in conscious socializing will enable you to show up as your most authentic self. Today, host and transformative communication coach Alejandra explains how the spontaneity that comes with conscious communication allows for more authenticity within social interactions than habitual communication does. 
 
When you socialize with groups of people, you may be communicating habitually rather than communicating with intentionality. This can lead to you not connecting as well with others, not learning about others, and not behaving in alignment with your authentic self. If you identify as an extrovert, allow social interactions to fill both your energy and connection cups. If you realize you are taking up the most time and space within a conversation, take a break and allow someone else’s voice to be heard. For introverts who may be tempted to cancel plans or leave early from a party, remember that you are a social being who genuinely needs human connection to thrive. Keep an eye on your energy levels throughout the event and take breaks when needed. When you get to the point where breaks are not enough to refuel you, that is your cue to begin consciously saying your goodbyes to the host. If you are an ambivert like Alejandra, plan ahead for how long you can reasonably stay at the event based on your energy levels. When the social engagement starts becoming more draining than energizing, then it is time to leave.
 
Social events are wonderful opportunities for you to grow your connections with others while letting your authentic self shine. Whether you are a life of the party extrovert, a self-conscious, reserved introvert, or somewhere in between, conscious socializing through authentic communication is key to forming stronger connections. 
 
Quotes
• “When you communicate consciously, you're more spontaneous. And when you are more spontaneous, you are authentic.” (12:31 | Alejandra)
• “When you communicate habitually, you're much less likely to communicate with authenticity.” (12:40 | Alejandra) 
• “Social connection is good for your heart, for your head, and for your physical health.” (15:24 | Alejandra)
• “Consider what you had going on the day of the event and the day after the event and have a clear idea about how long you can be there in a way that feels nourishing and meaningful to you.” (17:38 | Alejandra) 
• “While you are at the social event, notice what your energy is like.” (18:18 | Alejandra)
 
Links
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To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
 
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105. Are You Communicating with an Intention or an Agenda?

To engage in conscious communication means taking the time to consider your intention first in order to make sure you are communicating skillfully during each interaction. In order to determine and set your intention, you have to understand what an intention is. Today, host and transformative communication coach Alejandra explains the difference between having an intention and having an agenda, as well as why the distinction between the two is so important for conscious communication.
 
At first glance, an intention and an agenda seem quite similar. They are both related to the desire for what you want to have happen in the future. The difference is that with intention, you are consciously focusing on how you want to show up throughout an interaction, being careful to stick to that intention regardless of the other person’s words or actions. With an agenda, you are focusing instead on what you want to happen as a result of the interaction with little to no regard for what the other person wants or the context. By choosing to communicate with an agenda, you are setting yourself up for potential disappointment, as you cannot control how other people feel or behave. An intention, on the other hand, is something that you set for yourself. 
 
To get used to communicating with intention instead of an agenda, start by having one interaction a day where you generate your intention beforehand. Maybe you want to communicate lovingly with a family member during a difficult conversation or you want to be more present while listening to your partner when they tell you about their day. The more you practice communicating with intention, the easier it will be to leave agendas in the past.
 
Quotes
• “When we have an agenda, we want something very specific to happen and we have little to no consideration of the other person or the context.” (9:54 | Alejandra)
• “Having an intention sets you up for conscious interactions.” (11:55 | Alejandra) 
• “When you have an intention, you think about how you want to show up in that interaction, and as you are interacting with the other person, you keep your intention in mind.” (12:18 | Alejandra)
• “Once a day, generate an intention before you talk to someone.” (13:45 | Alejandra)
 
Links
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To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
 
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104. 6 Ways of Responding Skillfully When Someone Comes Out to You

In the previous episode, host and transformative communication coach Alejandra explained the history of the idiom ‘coming out’ and taught three mistakes to avoid when a person chooses to come out to you. Today, she expands on this discussion by sharing six ways of responding skillfully, compassionately, and respectfully when someone comes out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
 
When someone comes out to you, they are taking a big risk with their emotional safety. Show them that they are right to feel safe with you and validate their sense of belonging by thanking them for their vulnerability and trust. Listen carefully to what they say and do not try to make the conversation about yourself. Demonstrate your respect and acceptance by using the language they use for themselves. This includes using the label they identify with, using the name they would like to be called, and using the pronouns they want to be addressed by. If you care about this person and their safety, be sure to keep what they have told you confidential. Just because they are ready to come out to you, does not mean they are ready to come out to the entire world or that it would be safe for them to do so. Additionally, if you have any inherited negative beliefs about being LGBTQ+, keep those thoughts to yourself and do not burden the person with any intolerances or judgements. Finally, do not change the way you relate to the other person after they have come out to you. This means continuing to do all the same things together that you did before and not changing your behavior just because they are LGBTQ+. 
 
Honor the person coming out to you for their courage and their trust in you by taking the time to learn how to communicate skillfully and respectfully. When you remember that someone coming out to you is about them and not yourself, it becomes easier to navigate being a good ally. 
 
Quotes
• “If your intention is to contribute to the wellbeing, safety, and sense of belonging of the person who's coming out to you, then when someone comes out to you say, thank you.” (3:07-3:19 | Alejandra)
• “Use the word that the other person has used to identify themselves. If they said to you, I am gay, use the word gay. If they said to you, I am bisexual, use the word bisexual. If they said queer, use the word queer.” (4:23-4:38 | Alejandra)
• “The fact that this person told you about their identity doesn't mean that they're ready to come out to the rest of the world.” (6:02-6:08 | Alejandra)
• “When someone comes out to you, keep your judgments, your intolerance, and your inherited negative beliefs to yourself.” (8:47-8:56 | Alejandra)
Links
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
 
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103. 3 Response Mistakes to Avoid When Someone Comes Out to You

“Coming out is still something very challenging for a lot of LGBTQIA+ people. And so it's important to respond in a way that communicates to the person coming out that they're safe with us and they belong with us,” explains host and transformative communication coach Alejandra. When an LGBTQ person is coming out of the closet, the way you respond can either validate their sense of belonging with you or trigger a painful experience of losing that belonging and safety. Today, Alejandra explains the history of the term ‘coming out’ and shares three crucial mistakes to avoid when someone comes out to you.
 
Even if you don’t intend to shame someone with your response, it is entirely possible that how you react to a person coming out will indirectly cause them shame. Many LGBTQ people have experienced aggression, discrimination, intolerance, and even violence due to their identity. This means that if someone is choosing to come out to you, they are risking their emotional safety based on their belief that you are a safe person to be authentic with. If your response causes shame, this will reinforce their fear of being openly themselves. Additionally, even though you are likely to be curious, it is important to not ask questions about anything that the person does not bring up directly. Coming out is often a very stressful process and it can be even more overwhelming if immediately upon coming out, someone is bombarded with a bunch of intimate questions. Lastly, keep in mind that someone coming out to you is entirely about them, not about you. The other person may perceive your response as invalidating if you make their coming out about yourself. 
 
If someone trusts you enough to come out to you, you owe it to that person to respond in a way that is respectful of the courage it took for them to speak their truth. Through conscious communication, you can respond in a way that strengthens that person’s sense of belonging and safety with you and avoids causing any additional emotional distress.
 
Quotes
• “It’s very likely that there are people in your life, people you interact with, who are in the closet.” (2:03-2:09 | Alejandra)
• “Do not shame the person coming out either directly or indirectly.” (9:49-9:54 | Alejandra)
• “Don't ask questions about anything the other person is not addressing.” (11:39-11:44 | Alejandra)
• “When someone is coming out, it is about them. It is not about you.” (12:30-12:36 | Alejandra) 
• “Coming out is still something very challenging for a lot of LGBTQIA people. And so it's important to respond in a way that communicates to the person coming out that they're safe with us and they belong with us.” (13:12-13:29 | Alejandra)
 
Links
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
 
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102. Language Alchemy Principles You Need To Know - Part 2

“When we transform our communication, we transform our lives, our relationships and our world,” explains host and transformative communication coach Alejandra. In episode 101 of the Language Alchemy Podcast, Alejandra shared the first four foundational principles of her Language Alchemy® communication system. Today, she explains foundational principles five through eight, so that you can put into practice these principles to transform your communication and in doing so, transform your life.
 
By learning the foundational principles of Language Alchemy® you will be better equipped to communicate clearly and consciously. The fifth principle is that there is no one size fits all communication. The most effective communication to use will depend on context and intention. For example, you would not use the same language to communicate with a child as you would with an adult. The sixth principle is that when you choose to communicate as the capable, conscious and mature adult that you are, you can bring forth peace, love, connection and equity. Principle seven is all about letting go of the myth of perfection and embracing reparation. Even though you are learning these Language Alchemy®  skills, there will be times when you will slip back into old patterns. No one communicates perfectly all the time, not even Alejandra. What matters is that when you do make a mistake, you humbly recognize that, apologize and repair the relationship. Finally, the eighth principle is that by transforming your communication, you will transform your life, your relationships, and the world. 
 
The world today is so divisive. By communicating consciously with these principles in mind, you can transform the world around you into a more loving, compassionate, and equitable one.  
Quotes
• “There's no one size fits all communication. Communication depends on the context and the intention.” (3:17-3:25 | Alejandra) 
• “You can bring forth peace, love, connection and equity to your life, our human family and our world when you choose to communicate as the capable, conscious and mature adult that you are.” (5:30-5:45 | Alejandra) 
• “Let go of perfection and embrace preparation.” (7:30-7:34 | Alejandra)
• “When we transform our communication, we transform our lives, our relationships and our world.” (10:09-10:15 | Alejandra)
Links
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
 
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101. Language Alchemy Principles You Need to Know - Part 1

“The language we use is one of the most powerful tools we have to look at reality, understand reality and relate to reality. And that means that the language we use directly impacts the condition of our life, our relationships and our world,” explains host and transformative communication coach Alejandra. There are eight foundational principles that form the unique Language Alchemy® communication system. In today’s episode of the Language Alchemy Podcast, Alejandra shares the first four foundational principles you need to know in order to begin transforming your communication and in doing so, your life.
 
Knowing the foundational principles behind anything you learn is important, because they will help you to determine whether that teaching is in alignment with your own values and vision. The first principle of Language Alchemy®  is understanding that the language you use directly shapes your reality. This leads into the second principle, which is that during the language acquisition stage, you learn to communicate based on how those around you communicate. If you do not consciously bring awareness to the way you communicate as you mature, you will continue to communicate in ways you were taught as a young child. Principle three builds off of this concept, stating that authentic communication is all about learning to use your own language with awareness, intentionality and responsibility. Lastly, the fourth principle is about how as you grow, mature, and deepen, your communication needs to grow, mature, and deepen alongside you. 
 
By understanding these foundational principles, you will be better able to notice not only how you communicate, but why you communicate the way that you do. With this newfound awareness, you can then see where your communication does or does not align with your values and transform how you express yourself so that you can communicate authentically.
 
Quotes
• “The language we use is one of the most powerful tools we have to look at reality, understand reality and relate to reality. And that means that the language we use directly impacts the condition of our life, our relationships and our world.” (5:34-5:51 | Alejandra)
• “The language you speak is the language you learned, and you have the capacity to learn to communicate differently.” (7:56-8:04 | Alejandra) 
• “As we grow, mature and deepen, our communication needs to grow, mature and deepen.” (11:37-11:44 | Alejandra)
• “When your communication is in alignment with the conscious, compassionate and mature adult that you are, you can have the life and relationships your heart longs for, and that our human family really needs.” (17:53-18:10 | Alejandra)
 
Links
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
 
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100. What is Language Alchemy?

“Language AlchemyTM is a unique transformative communication system, an awareness practice, and a form of evolutionary activism,” explains host and transformative communication coach Alejandra. In today’s 100th episode of the Language Alchemy Podcast, Alejandra shares a deeper look into the practice of Language AlchemyTM and talks about why language is so important to her personally.
 
Language AlchemyTM requires constant awareness of what is going on internally within your own mind and body. It requires reflecting on the messaging you were taught growing up that likely still informs how you think and relate to others. When you are aware of the reasons behind how you think and communicate the way that you do, you can start to deconstruct any outdated communication patterns and misaligned beliefs. This will give you the opportunity to create new communication patterns that are in alignment with your actual beliefs, goals, and values. 
 
When you transform your communication patterns using Language AlchemyTM, you gain the ability to communicate from a place of true authenticity. This not only honors yourself, but also honors everyone whom you communicate with. As a form of evolutionary activism, Language AlchemyTM is a pathway to a more equitable, compassionate, and respectful future for all members of our human family. 
 
Quotes
• “When you are aware of what's happening internally, that's when you're able to start to communicate with authenticity.” (00:41-00:50 | Alejandra)
• “Language alchemy is a unique transformative communication system, an awareness practice, and a form of evolutionary activism.” (9:59-10:10 | Alejandra) 
• “We explore the messages that you inherited and internalized, and how those messages impact how you communicate and relate today.” (10:47-10:57 | Alejandra)
• “If you're able to see how your life and relationships are the way they are, you are now in a position to learn how they can be different…your communication leads instead to connection, confidence, harmony, or healthy relationships.” (12:05-12:45 | Alejandra) 
• “The language alchemy system helps you ground yourself in the responsibility that you have to respect, honor, and contribute to the well being of all others.” (14:25-14:37 | Alejandra) 
• “Language alchemy is a constant process of awareness, because in my experience, it is when you are aware that you now have the words that are needed in the moment.” (18:29-18:41 | Alejandra) 
• “If we want equality and equity, compassion, dignity, peace, respect for all members of our beautifully diverse human family, then we need to transform our language.” (20:15-20:28 | Alejandra)
 
Links
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
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99. How Parents Can Stay Grounded While Setting Limits

“Motherhood is obviously a very important piece of my life, but it's also still just a piece of who I am as Sarah. It is the most divine love, but you can easily lose yourself in it if you're not careful,” explains Sarah Ezrin, author of The Yoga of Parenting. Today, Sarah speaks with host Alejandra about how parents can stay grounded while setting limits.
 
Conscious parenting requires a strong sense of self, awareness, and intentionality, as well as healthy boundaries. Children are their own beings who are deserving of respect and autonomy of their own. However, this does not mean that you can allow them to do anything they want or rule the household. Research has shown that children tend to benefit the most from a middle ground that incorporates limits and boundaries with a strong sense of connection between themselves and their caregiver. Through yoga, Sarah has developed tools that transfer over to conscious parenting, such as gaining a deeper awareness of her limiting beliefs and negative self-talk.
 
It is important to find ways to stay grounded while working on consciously building a healthy relationship with your child. If you do not establish healthy boundaries, not only will you risk losing the parts of your identity that do not revolve around motherhood, but your child may not be able to learn how to set their own boundaries.
Quotes
• “Every healthy relationship needs healthy boundaries, and our children need our healthy boundaries as well.” (12:13-12:20 | Alejandra)
• “Motherhood is obviously a very important piece of my life, and they are my favorite human beings on the planet. But it's also still just a piece of who I am as Sarah, as a whole. It is the most divine love, but you can easily lose yourself in it if you're not careful. And it's important to keep yourself as an anchor, so that you actually even have that love to give.” (15:59-16:22 | Sarah) 
• “Even though we do try to see our children as whole beings who deserve respect and autonomy, it doesn't mean that they're getting the run of the house.” (17:09-17:20 | Sarah)
• “It's finding the middle ground of having high limit setting, but also high connection.” (19:05-19:11 | Sarah)
Links
Connect with Sarah Ezrin:
Sarah Ezrin's website: https://sarahezrinyoga.com/
To connect with Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahezrinyoga/
Sarah's Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarahezrin
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
 
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98. Conscious Communication Via Text and Social Media

“If we want to communicate consciously via text messaging or social media, then we need to be aware that we are using a different medium of communication and we cannot have the same kind of interaction that we have in person or over the phone,” explains host and transformative communication coach Alejandra. Today, she cultivates awareness around the importance of conscious communication when using text messaging and social media.The intent behind your message can easily be misconstrued when communicating via text message or over a social media platform. With misunderstandings being at the root of so many conflicts, it can be quite beneficial to engage in conscious communication. Instead of responding with an emoji which could be seen as dismissive, or sending texts with incomplete thoughts that could cause confusion, take some extra time to make sure what you have written is a clear and complete thought. Additionally, instead of simply liking a social media post, take a moment to actually type out a response. This will show the receiver that you are truly listening to and valuing what they have to say.
 
With more communication occurring via social media and text messaging nowadays, it is more important than ever to engage in conscious communication in order to avoid misunderstandings. The next time you go to send a text message, slow down and make sure you have written out your complete thought, as this will help to avoid miscommunication. 
 
Quotes
• “If we want to communicate consciously via text messaging or social media, then we need to be aware that we are using a different medium of communication. So we cannot have the same kind of interaction that we have in person or over the phone.” (8:29-8:50 | Alejandra)
• “Please take a few seconds to finish your thought before you hit send.” (13:27-13:34 | Alejandra) 
• “When you write a social media post, I suggest you tell people exactly what you would like to receive as a response.” (17:21-17:29 | Alejandra)
• “When you respond to a post on social media, if you didn't read the text and you just liked the picture or the video, then type and actually say ‘I liked your photo’.” (18:16-18:35 | Alejandra)
• “When we are communicating consciously, we are aware of how we are communicating.” (20:24-20:29 | Alejandra)
 
Links
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com 
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion 
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone 
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples 
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient 
To follow Alejandra on Instagram follow @languagealchemy 
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
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97. Before You Send That Message...

“When you get an unclear, ambiguous, and vague text message, the message is open to so many interpretations. You may have all sorts of stories in your mind, and when you respond, your response may be influenced by the narrative you created,” explains host Alejandra. Today, she discusses six points of consideration for more skillful, conscious, mindful, and efficient communication when using written communication tools like text messaging.
 
Misunderstandings can often lead to unintentional conflict. In order to avoid the potential for misunderstandings, it is typically best to spend a bit more time making sure your message is written in as clear language as possible. When you receive an unclear, ambiguous, and vague text message, instead of coming up with assumptions about the sender’s intent, ask a clarifying question. This will help both you and the sender communicate more mindfully and efficiently while reducing the opportunity for misunderstandings. 
 
People frequently make the mistake of sacrificing clarity for brevity when it comes to texting. Spend some extra time making sure your text message is clear. Because this will not only show consideration for the recipient’s time and reduce misunderstandings, but also your overall communication will be more efficient. 
 
Quotes
• “Vague, ambiguous, unclear messages are taxing to your brain.” (4:02-4:08 | Alejandra)
• “When you get such an unclear, ambiguous, and vague text message, the message is open to so many interpretations. You may have all sorts of stories in your mind, and when you respond, your response may be influenced by the narrative you created.” (9:57-10:16 | Alejandra)
• “If you're trying to be brief and quick in a text message, make sure you're not sacrificing clarity.” (14:20-14:28 | Alejandra) 
• “If you take a couple more minutes or a few more seconds before you send that text message or before you reply to an unclear message, your communication will not only be more skillful, because you'll reduce the amount of guesswork and misunderstanding, but your communication will also be more efficient, because you will reduce the number of messages in the thread.” (18:25-18:49 | Alejandra)
 
Links
To join the Language Alchemy mailing list, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com
To ask questions you'd like Alejandra to answer in the podcast, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/podcastquestion
To find out about 1:1 transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/oneonone
To find out about couple transformative communication coaching with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/couples
To schedule a reduced-rate coaching consultation with Alejandra, visit: https://www.languagealchemy.com/newclient
To follow Alejandra on instagram follow @languagealchemy
Podcast Music composed by Gary Lapow: open.spotify.com/artist/1HlMhcNfKIELxYil5mVqD
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